Public movement must to end crisis: NPYF President
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, October 18 2024: National People's Youth Front (NPYF) state president Laitonjam Jayananda has stressed the need for a public movement to peacefully resolve the ongoing crisis in the state.

He made the statement while attending as a guest of honour of the inaugural function of the 71st Senior Men's and Women's Kabaddi Championship, organised by Manipur State Kabaddi Association (MSKA) in collaboration with Angom Leikai Union Club (ALUC) on Friday.

MSKA president Ayekpam Jiten and NG Mani College vice-president Moirangthem Umakanta were respectively chief guest and president of the function.

Addressing the gathering, Jayananda emphasised that the current crisis has reached a critical stage and is no longer something that can be resolved by a few individuals.

He stressed the need for a unified public movement to restore peace in the state.

Finding faults and blaming one another will not bring a solution, he said while urging that priority should be on protecting the state's integrity and identity while peacefully resolving the issue.

He also cautioned the public to be more discerning while electing representatives, urging them to shift their focus from the wealth of candidates to their social activities and dedication to public service.

Jayananda highlighted the importance of taking a stand against treating elections as a business, warning that such practices could jeopardise the future of the state and its people.

Amidst the current economic challenges, Jayananda emphasised the significance of sports, pointing out that they are closely linked with the identity of Manipur.

Sports should not be left behind, he said, adding that players need to be nurtured, especially during this difficult time.

Acknowledging the hardships faced by sports associations in the state, he assured that the NPP would discuss their issues with the government, despite the party facing internal differences over the state's current situation.

He also reminisced about Kabaddi's once popularity in the state, observing how almost every village used to have Kabaddi players.

"But those times are gone, and we need to promote the sport once again," Jayananda added.

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