Khongjom Day greetings
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 22 2024:
On the occasion of Khongjom Day 2024, Governor Anusuiya Uikey has led in extending her heartiest greetings to the people of Manipur.
In a statement, the Governor paid homage to the valiant heroes who fell at the Battle of Khongjom and other fronts in the Anglo-Manipuri War of 1891 .
Conveying his greetings, Chief Minister N Biren Singh stated that Khongjom Day has immense significance for the people of Manipur.
The courage and heroism of Paona Brajabashi and hundreds of his brave soldiers who died in the battlefield is of utmost relevance today when the State is faced with divisive forces, said the Chief Minister.
In addition, Yumnam Khemchand Singh, Minister MAHUD, RK Imo Singh, MLA Sagolband AC and A Sharda Devi, president, BJP Manipur Pradesh honoured the valor and sacrifice of brave Manipuri ancestors on Khongjom Day 2024 in their statements.