Day: December 12, 2017

From Our Correspondent

JIRIBAM | Dec 12

Nupilal Ningshing Numit Observation Committee, Jiribam taking part in the state wide observations of the day, organised the 78th Nupi Lal anniversary at the community centre, Babupara.  

The observation began with the chief guest lighting up the candle and homage were given to the Mothers of Nupi lal who gave their life. Afterwards, opening songs were performed by Khuraijam Ongbi Memcha Devi and her team. Joint secretary, JIMPAL, Sorokkhaibam Ongbi Sorojini Devi, gave the welcome note while the keynote address was given by secretary, JIMWAK, Thingom Ongbi Nirmala Devi.      

The occasion was attended by principal, Jiri College, Jiribam Dr. N Bijaya Devi, president, JIMWAK, Jiribam, Thangjam ongbi Jini Devi, president, AJMP, Sagapam Ongbi Sushila Devi, president, JIMPAL, Jiribam, Huirem Ongbi Mema Devi, president, WASEDEV, Jiribam, Naorem Ongbi Nivarani Devi, president, WWOK, Jiribam, Haobam ongbi Thoibi Devi, attended as chief guest, president and guests of honours.

Vice President, AMUCO, T. Gandhi Singh, secretary, Porei Leimarol Meira paibee Apunba Manipur,   Th. Apabi Devi and secretary, WWOK, Imphal,  N. Chingkheinganbi gave speeches about the observation. 

Among the invitees advisor, JIMPAL, B Sarat Sharma, president AJUCA, Maipaksana Mangang and advisor, KSA, Jiribam District Council, L. Surendra Kumar Singh gave speeches about the observation.

IMPHAL | Dec 12

Education, Labour and Employment minister, Thokchom Radheshyam Singh said that the root cause of every revolution is and has always been against the injustice and exploitation of the rights of the people.

The Minister was speaking at the observation of ‘2nd 1939 Nupi Lal Luchingbi Tongbram Shabi Ningshing Khubam’, organised by the League of Callow Patriots at the Wangkhei Ningthem Pukhri Mapal. He further stated that the love for motherland can be fulfilled by safeguarding the rich cultural and traditional heritage of the land.

During the observance, he elucidated the contributions of exemplary mother like Tongbram Shabi, who led the revolt of 1939 (Nupi Lal) against discrimination and injustice carried by out by the then colonial government. Because of her courage, the Manipuri of today’s generation could thrive with sense of pride in different part of the world, he added.

He emphasised that there is a need to identify the weaker section of the society to support and uplift them to bring overall equality in the society.

Lamenting on seeing women involved in unsolicited activities like playing gambling on the streets, he said that the unwanted activities need to be brought to an end.

MLA of Yaiskul assembly constituency, Th. Satyabrata Singh said that the sacrifices of mothers will be fruitful only when the people of Manipur unite together for development and growth.

The ceremony was also attended by chief editor of Kangla Pao, P. Ibochouba, corporator of Ward No. 20 IMC, L. Tombi Devi and member No. 1 of Ward No. 20 IMC, A. Boby Devi, along with locals of the area.

IMPHAL | Dec 12

Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Revenue, Karam Shyam inspected FCS godowns in Jiribam district during his two day tour from December 10 to December 11.

The minister was apprised by the concern officials that acquisition process obstacles and pending court cases have prevented the godowns from completion.

According to the officials, two godowns lying adjacent to each other with a storage capacity of 5,000 metric tonnes each were constructed at a cost of Rs 1.98 crore each. Following his inspection, Karam Shyam said a joint survey will be done and the remaining work will be handed over to another agency for completion. Displeased over the dilapidated condition of the godowns, the minister called upon the concern officials and pitched for food grain storage facility in the district.

Speaking to media persons following the meeting, Karam Shyam assured to put up the matter to chief minister as well as the cabinet for their favourable consideration. He also inspected CAF and PD office located within the DC office building.

On the day two of the tour, the minister conducted spot assessment in Borobekra, one of the two sub-divisions in Jiribam district and expressed concern over the deplorable condition of the 35 kms road stretch. Minister Karam Shyam said he will talk to the concern minister over the road condition in Borobekra and to improve the infrastructure of the sub-division.

Karam Shyam further said the peace and harmony prevailing among the various communities in the area is admirable. He maintained that the peaceful and cordial atmosphere of the area is an example of harmony and peace in the state.

He also clarified that ongoing land survey in the district is to identity registered land and illegal land and urged the people not to be swayed by rumours that survey is a ploy to snatch away the land of the people.

The minister was also feted by the students and staff of Borobekra Higher Secondary School in the school premises.

Speaking during the function, Karam Shyam advised the students to have an aim and a proper plan to succeed in life. Acknowledging the important role taken up by the teachers in moulding the future of the students, he encouraged the teachers to continue with their hard work and efforts to produce brilliant students who will one day contribute for the development of the state.

During the two day tour, the minister was accompanied by Jiribam MLA, Ashab Uddin, CAF and PD and Works commissioner, K. Radhakumar Singh, Revenue commissioner, Th. Chittaranjan Singh, CAF and PD, director, DC and SP of Jiribam and concern officials.