Maharaj Bodhchandra's 6th wife Rani Kherdani Devi no more
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, June 07 2024:
Maharaj Bodhchandra's sixth wife Rani Kherdani (Elangbi) Devi passed away on June 4 due to an illness at her Sana Konung (Royal Palace) residence, here.
Announcing this in a release, Manipuri Sahitya Parishad, Imphal president Longjam Joychandra informed that the Parishad has been presenting award titled 'Rani Kherdani (Elangbi) Devi Mana' to encourage writers who pen about dances, songs and folklores related with the culture of Manipur.
Mourning the untimely demise of Rani Kherdani, the Parishad convened a condolence meeting on June 5 at the deceased's residence and observed two minutes' silence as a mark of respect to the departed soul, the release conveyed.
The congregation also prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace, it added.