Vaiphei dictionary released
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, August 09, 2014: A tri-language dictionary, for the first time for Vaiphei community, was released by JN Baite, member ADC, Chandel district at Vaiphei Christian Church (VCC) Hall at New Lambulane, Imphal today.

The dictionary entitled, Vaiphei to Vaiphei, Manipuri and English Dictionary, and Author/Compiler/Editor of the book is Rev P Kamlam Vaiphei, a retired MCS officer.

Speaking at the dedication-cum-releasing ceremony of the dictionary, the author said that he has never been inspired to become a writer or to compile a book, but when he attended a seminar on the importance of the indigenous language organized by the Kala Academy some years back, he took the mission to compile a dictionary.

He said, though Vaiphei is small tribe, many of the people did not even know the alphabets of Vaiphei properly.

JN Baite who graced the function as chief guest said that it is indeed a day which would be written in the annals of history of Vaiphei community.

He also lauded the author for his contribution towards the community.

Vaiphei Literature Society Vice-Chairman, Liankhothang who also attended the function as functional president said that Vaipheis are still under the making of the language and this dictionary will be very handy for the community.

The dedication cum releasing of dictionary was attended by the officials of Vaiphei People Council (VPC), Zillai (Vaiphei Students' Association) and government officers apart from a good numbers of public from the Vaiphei community.

ICHAM lauds Govt decision IMPHAL, Aug 9: The Information Centre for Hill areas, Manipur (ICHAM) has hailed the Cabinet decision to create five new Sub-Divisions in hill districts.

ICHAM, while appreciating the initiative, also stated that the creation of new Sub-Divisions would be meaningless if the previous state of affairs are not improved.

The centre highlighted the present condition of the hill districts in Manipur which are in total disarray.

It also urged the Government to streamline proper functioning of the offices in hill districts and to take up unbiased development in both hill and valley to avoid any communal feelings.

Stressing on the problems in the education sector of the district, the centre requested concerned authorities to address the condition earnestly.

There are, the centre added, lack of education sector, development programmes and administration in the hill districts.

ICHAM also requested the Government to address the grievances of the land owners along the NH 150 road.

It appealed both the Government and its citizens to co-operate with one another in all spheres.

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