IMPHAL, December 6: `Without the character of Kabui Salang Maiba, the `Moirang Kangleirol`™ folklore would have had a different hue. Though Salang Maiba is not one of the central characters, his role was an important one`, said Nodiya Ngangomcha, secretary of Moirang Thagjing Yageirel Marup.
Nodiya was speaking as one of the resource persons during the observation of Kabui Salang Maiba Ningshing Thouram, which was held today at MDU Hall, Yaiskul, organised by the Kabui Dharma Sabha Manipur.
The observation was graced by T Mangibabu, MLA of Thanga A/C, who is also the chairman of Planning and Development Authority, government of Manipur and DL Kabui, president of Kabui Dharma Sabha Manipur.
Nodiya, deliberating on the theme `Kabui Chiingshang Lakpa Salang Ningthou Leingak Kanglon`, continued that Salang Maiba was a wise leader, who prevented the possible outcome of a fierce battle between the Moirangs and the Kabuis in the early period of history. Salang befriended Puremba of Moirang to prevent the battle, which was a manifestation of a forward looking leader, maintained Nodiya.
T Mangibabu, speaking during the observation pointed out that it is important to organise such function in remembrance of Kabui Salang Maiba. He said by remembering him, the brotherly ties between different communities residing in the State will be enriched. He also expressed the need of carrying forward the observation in a larger scale, with wholesome participation of scholars and thinkers, including all stake holders of the State, so that the message of harmony and peace that Salang Maiba personified can be widely disseminated to the people.
DL Kabui, giving his presidential speech said that one of the most important traits of Kabui Salang was his indomitable spirit of love and friendship. He himself exemplified the spirit through his deeds, added DL Kabui.
Dr Y Mani, president of the All Manipur United Club Organisation, who also spoke as one of the invitees of the function endorsed that a proper memorial site of Salang Maiba should be maintained. He said he was overwhelmed to learn about the feats of Salang Maiba and role he played as a community leader at one point of time in history. He also assured that all possible help will be provided by AMUCO and its members towards maintaining a memorial site of Salang Maiba.
The observation was also attended by renowned public figures of the State and representatives of different civil organisations.
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