Two books released in Imphal
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 08 2026: Two books were released at separate functions held in Imphal today.

The critical essay book "Manipuri Upanysta Samajik Samasya", written by retired Assistant Professor Dr Kangabam Memton, was released at a function organised by Cultural Forum Manipur at the DIPR Auditorium, Keishampat Nityapat Chuthek.

Prof Rajen Toijamba, Convenor, Manipuri Language Advisory Board, Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi; Prof Huirem Bihari, president, Cultural Forum Manipur; and Prof Nahakpam Aruna, former Dean, School of Humanities, Manipur University, attended as presidium members.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Memton said the changes in society from the time of British rule in Manipur till Manipur's merger with India and up to today can be understood through literature.

She said literature is the mirror of society because it reflects the events and incidents that bring changes in society.

Meanwhile, another book "Haiyu Haiyu", a collection of songs written by Amom Leima Devi, was released at a function organised by Patriotic Writers Forum (PAWF), Manipur, at the residence of Maimom Nungshithoi Singh at Porompat Thawanthaba Leikai.

Former Chairperson of Manipur State Social Welfare Board, Manipur, RK Nayansana Devi; MPCC Sports Department chairman Wahengbam Rojit; PAWF Manipur president Naoroibam Khamba Luwang; Umang Lai Kanba Lup (UKAL) president Chanam Nabachandra Meitei; and former AIR Imphal announcer Keke Wahengbam attended as dignitaries.

Cultural activist Narendra Ningomba spoke on the book "Haiyu Haiyu" .

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