Martyrs Day observed in state
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR
Imphal, January 30 2024:
As done across the country, the Martyrs' Day, also known as 'Shaheed Diwas' or 'Sarvodaya Day' was observed on Tuesday in the state at GM Hall, marking the 76th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Governor Anusuiya Uikey and chief minister N Biren Singh led the people in paying homage by laying wreaths at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Gandhi Memorial Hall in Imphal.
Cabinet ministers, MLAs and top civil and police officials also laid wreaths at the Mahatma Gandhi's statue.
On the occasion, Governor Anusuiya Uikey reiterated the principles of Mahatma Gandhi which were filled with the spirit of love, non-violence, kindness, mutual brotherhood and forgiveness and appeal all to follow and remember his teachings.
During the observance, three Bhajans namely 'Sumiran Karie Mere Mana', 'Vaishnav Jana To' and Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram' were sung.
A siren was sounded from 10.59 to 11 am to signify observance of the two-minute silence.
Another siren was sounded from 11.02 am to 11.03 as the closure signal.
A two-minute silence was also observed as a mark of respect to the departed freedom fighters.