Tributes paid to Iboyaima
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 28 2026:
The 10th death anniversary of Thounaojam Iboyaima, fondly remembered as "Pabung Iboyaima" and "Father of Social Work" was held today at the public hall of the All Manipur United Clubs Organisation (AMUCO) at Kwakeithel Akham Leikai.
During the observance, floral tributes were paid to the photo of Pabung Iboyaima.
A discussion programme on "India's Perspective on Manipur" was also organised by the Pabung Iboyaima Trust as part of the observance.
Addressing the function, Trust convenor Gopen Luwang claimed that the Government of India (GoI) has not only been treating the people of Manipur in a step-motherly manner but has also been waging a proxy war against the indigenous people.
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Saying that many indigenous people had been killed in the alleged proxy war, he said that the actions of the GoI need to be confronted collectively.
Gopen also said that a public awareness needs to be raised about India's perspective on Manipur.
Saying that Pabung Iboyaima had dedicated his entire life to serving Manipur, he added that the younger generation needs to be taught about his contributions to society.
Gopen further claimed that the GoI has been oppressing the people of Manipur through proxy forces.
Saying that the crisis in Manipur has been going on since May 3, 2023, with many people losing their lives, he said that the situation reflects the alleged intention of the GoI to wipe out the indigenous people of the State.
He called for unity among the indigenous people to face the challenges confronting them together.
The programme was also attended by AMUCO president Sorokhaibam Sanjoy, Poirei Leimarol Meira Paibi Apunba Manipur president Soraisam Memcha, Committee on Human Rights chairman Phulindro Konsam, All Manipur Women's Voluntary Association president W Ibemma and Manipuri Students Federation (MSF) president Hijam Roshan among others.





