CM assures memorial site for military martyrs
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR

Imphal, December 16 2022: Chief Minister N Biren Singh has assured a memorial park for soldiers of the Indian armed forces (Indian Army, Indian Navy, and the Indian Air Force) from the State who have laid down their lives for the Nation.

The Chief Minister was speaking at a Vijay Diwas observation at 1st Manipur Rifles Banquet Hall.

Highlighting sacrifices made for the Nation by numerous defence officers and personnel from the State like Major Bob Khathing and Major Laishram Jyotin Singh who died fighting a suicide bomber during an attack on the Indian Embassy in Kabul, Afghanistan, the Chief Minister said that funds for the memorial has already been allocated and that it will be constructed at the earliest.

CM assures memorial site for military martyrs

N Biren said Vijay Diwas is celebrated every year on December 16 to remember the bravery and sacrifices of the Indian defence forces during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War.

Stressing on the Nation's swift response to a planned Pakistan aggression in 1971, Biren said that the war also resulted in the creation of Bangladesh following the surrender of Pakistan Army.

India has, today, become a strong Nation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and cannot be taken lightly by any other country, he said highlighting India's power including yesterday's test-firing of Agni-V nuclear capable missile.

Biren also highlighted the State's achievement of being identified as Most Improved States for three consecutive years, and claimed that Manipur is moving forward toward rapid development.

Crediting the Government officials including security personnel and general public for the achievement, the Chief Minister congratulated and appreciated the Ministers, MLAs, Government officials and public for all the support and cooperation.

"Let us continue to work together to turn Manipur into a model State", the Chief Minister said appealing for more support and cooperation from all.

Encouraging unity in the State, the Chief Minister stressed that around 35-36 communities reside together in the State and can never be separated.

In an earnest appeal to the people, N Biren deliberated on the need to shed community-centred agendas and exhorted all to instead work for a common good.

He highlighted the need to seek Government's assent or approval before taking up any work on Government property or land.

Biren also offered his obeisance to the martyrs who have sacrificed their lives for the Nation.

Agriculture Minister Thongam Biswajit, in his presidential speech, said that the day is observed every year to remember the sacrifices of the Indian armed forces during the India-Pakistan War of 1971 .

He said the war also laid a strong foundation for mutual respect and healthy relation between India and Bangladesh.

Artistes of Shri Shri Balmukunda Dev Govt Music College performed the opening and closing songs of the observation which was attended by Ministers, Advocate General, MLAs, Chief Secretary Dr Rajesh Kumar, DGP P Doungel, PCCF, officers of Central para-military forces and senior Government officials, among others.