Khashim Vashum inaugurates RKL Platinum Jubilee Celebration at Kuirei village
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, January 10 2024:
Minister for Transport and Animal Husbandry Khashim Vashum inaugurated Raphei Katamnao Long's (RKL) 75th Platinum Jubilee Celebration cum 57th General Conference, Sports, Cultural & Literary Meet 2024 at Kuirei Village Ground, Ukhrul today.
On the occasion, Khashim Vashum hoisted the RKL flag and lit a cauldron to mark the opening of the Sports, Cultural and Literary Meet 2024 held under the theme "Celebrating the past, Enduring the present and Envisioning the future" .
Addressing the gathering, the Transport Minister lauded the hardwork and dedication of former RKL leaders which made the Platinum Jubilee Celebration possible.
The contemporary RKL leaders must uphold the same spirit, follow in their footsteps and move forward to bring changes in the region in all spheres, he maintained.
Khashim Vashum also stressed on the importance of management and judicious utilization of time towards making society progress and excel in this competitive world.
He further spoke about the important role of women in community building and economic management.
Speaking as the guest of honour, Kengoo Zuringla, Deputy Commissioner Ukhrul stated that the celebration should not be confined to entertainment programmes but should also delve into exploration of talents and development of human resources.
In his speech, HL Jain ADM, Kamjong urged the youth to work hard, and make Raphei areas of Ukhrul district a land of opportunity.
Meanwhile, 93 year old Machung Pheiray, the oldest living former president of RKL, released the souvenir of RKL's Platinum Jubilee Celebration.
Altogether 33 units affiliated to RKL will participate in the 10-day programme held at Kuirei village.