Kangleipak Calendar Board observes 17th foundation day
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, May 20 2025: The Meitei astrology (apoklon) and calendar (thapalon) can hold its ground when compared to other notable civilizations, said Dhanamanjuri University (DMU) Vice Chancellor Professor Wahengbam Chandbabu Singh.

He made the statement at the 17th foundation day celebration of Kangleipak Calendar Board held at the Loktak Hall of Manipur Press Club today.

Addressing the gathering, he said that the origin of Meitei astrology and calendar traces back to the reign of King Maliyapham Palcha.

Though there were no schools, colleges or universities were established during the period, the practice of counting celestial bodies and seasons was established.

He also called upon Kangleipak Calendar Board to work towards safeguarding the Meitei astrology and calendar and their promotion.

Notable dignitaries present at the event include Acharya Ahambijit Sairom, president, Kangleipak Calendar Board; Professor Dr Kh Lokeshwar, Medical Superintendent, JNIMS; Dr Ashangbam Vivekananda, Managing Director, Padma Medicare; astro-numerologist Akham Langol; Professor Dr A Barindra, Department of Transfusion Medicine.

RIMS Imphal; Dr James Elangbam, Managing Director, ACME Hospital; Thokchom Jogendrajit, Assistant News Editor, AIR Imphal and Hidam Bonyson Angomcha, Administrative Director, Langyai Ventures Pvt Ltd .

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