Imphal, August 13 2017: Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said that some militants of the State will approach the State Government for peace talks in the next two/three days. He made the statement at the Patriots’ Day function organised at Bir Tinkendrajit Park today. Speaking at the event, Biren said that similar to the […]
Imphal, August 13 2017: Chief Minister N Biren Singh has said that some militants of the State will approach the State Government for peace talks in the next two/three days. He made the statement at the Patriots’ Day function organised at Bir Tinkendrajit Park today. Speaking at the event, Biren said that similar to the […]
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Imphal, August 13 2017: The State today observed Patriots’ Day at Bir Tikendrajit Park here in memory of all the patriots who laid down their lives for the freedom of Manipur. Notably, the State Government has been observing the Patriots’ Day on August 13 every year since 1970 in memory of the Manipuri Patriots who […]
Imphal, August 13 2017: The State today observed Patriots’ Day at Bir Tikendrajit Park here in memory of all the patriots who laid down their lives for the freedom of Manipur. Notably, the State Government has been observing the Patriots’ Day on August 13 every year since 1970 in memory of the Manipuri Patriots who […]
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SS Yengkokpam Like every year, the people of Manipur will be celebrating the Patriot’s day on the 13th of August. It is supposed to be a day to remember and rejoice the bravery of our forefathers. Young and old alike will take part in the celebration but in the last few years this particular day […]
SS Yengkokpam Like every year, the people of Manipur will be celebrating the Patriot’s day on the 13th of August. It is supposed to be a day to remember and rejoice the bravery of our forefathers. Young and old alike will take part in the celebration but in the last few years this particular day […]
Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2017/08/traffic-jam-and-13th-august/
Imphal, July 20 2017: The Central Government has turned down a proposal to make Patriots’ Day on August 13 and Ningol Chakkouba which coincides with Bhai Duj as restricted holidays and include them in the National calendar . In a written reply to a question raised by MP K Bhabananda in the Rajya Sabha today, […]
Imphal, July 20 2017: The Central Government has turned down a proposal to make Patriots’ Day on August 13 and Ningol Chakkouba which coincides with Bhai Duj as restricted holidays and include them in the National calendar . In a written reply to a question raised by MP K Bhabananda in the Rajya Sabha today, […]
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IMPHAL, Aug 13: Patriot’s Day observation which reminds the supreme sacrifices made by the martyrs in defending the sovereignty of Manipur has been observed across the State and beyond today. The main function was held at Bir Tikendrajit Park, where Bir Tikendrajit and Thangal General were hung to death publicly on this day in 1891. […]
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IMPHAL, Aug 13: Patriot’s Day observation which reminds the supreme sacrifices made by the martyrs in defending the sovereignty of Manipur has been observed across the State and beyond today. The main function was held at Bir Tikendrajit Park, where Bir Tikendrajit and Thangal General were hung to death publicly on this day in 1891. […]
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The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, Uripok Mandal is organising Patriots’ Day celebration on August 13 at 2 pm at the community hall, Uripok Bachaspati Mamang Leikai.
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The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, Uripok Mandal is organising Patriots’ Day celebration on August 13 at 2 pm at the community hall, Uripok Bachaspati Mamang Leikai.
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125th PATRIOTS DAY CELEBRATION organized by Echel Club Dibong Jiribam on 13th August Chief Guest: L.Ranjit Sing (Zonal Education Officer) President: S.Maniton Sing (Retired principle) Events: – Saluting (late) Sapam Robinhood
125th PATRIOTS DAY CELEBRATION organized by Echel Club Dibong Jiribam on 13th August
Chief Guest: L.Ranjit Sing (Zonal Education Officer)
President: S.Maniton Sing (Retired principle)
Events:
– Saluting (late) Sapam Robinhood as “Athouba”
– Speech by various resource persons
– Writer Moiranghtem Satyabati released 3 of her books and donated copies to Echel Club secretary Th. Dushyant:
1. KINTHARAKLABA SHAMBAL 2. NINGSING KHUNGI IPU 3.WARIDUBU LOIDRIBRA
– Poem recitation by children
– 2 minutes silent observation for the souls of the Athouba sing
News and Photo by: Momon Thoudam
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IMPHAL August 13: The State today observed the Patriots`™ Day at several places including in the district headquarters paying obeisance to the martyrs of the State who had sacrificed their
CM laying a wreath at the Kangla Uttra
IMPHAL August 13: The State today observed the Patriots`™ Day at several places including in the district headquarters paying obeisance to the martyrs of the State who had sacrificed their lives for the land.
People offered rich floral tributes and laid wreaths during the several observations.
The State has been observing the Patriots`™ Day as a State function honouring the martyrs for their supreme sacrifice since 1970.
Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh led in offering floral tributes at Bir Tikendrajit`™s memorial tomb at Hicham Yaicham Pat, Moirangkhom and at Thangal General Temple, Palace Compound, Imphal this morning.
A contingent of the Manipur Rifles also gave a gun salute at Hicham Yaicham Pat on the occasion in respect and acknowledgement of the supreme sacrifices of the brave hearts who courageously gave their lives during the fight for freedom of Manipur against the British imperialism in 1891.
Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh and deputy CM Gaikhangam also offered wreaths at the Kangla Uttra.
The main function was later held at Pheidabung, BT Park where Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh led the laying of wreaths to the martyrs.
His cabinet colleagues and senior officials also followed in paying respect to the patriots.
A contingent of Manipur Rifles gave Guard of Honour to the patriots before a formal public meeting was held at BT Park where Chief Minister O Ibobi and deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam were seated on the dais as chief guest and president respectively.
This day is of great historical significance for the people of the State where supreme sacrifice was made by the brave souls to safeguard our freedom, the Chief Minister said.
Our true homage to these martyrs will be imbibing their patriotic courage and sacrificial spirit among us, the Chief Minister exalted.
It is a day to renew our spirit of patriotism and rise above our differences and unite for freedom and integrity of the State, said the Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam.
August 13 is a red-letter day in the history of Manipur, as on this fateful day in 1891, two great patriots, namely Bir Tikendrajit, the prince of Manipur fondly called the `Lion of Manipur`™ as he fearlessly fought against the British, and General Thangal, were hanged in broad daylight by the British in the presence of thousands of men and women at Pheidapung, Imphal Outer Pologround for resisting their colonial design and defending the freedom of Manipur.
Subedar Niranjan, Kajao Singh Jamadar alias Pukhramba Phingang and Charai Thangal of Mayangkhang were also hanged till death on June 8, May 25 and October 15 respectively the same year inside the Imphal jail on similar charge of waging war against the British Crown.
Meanwhile, the Apunba Manipur Kanba Ima Lup, NUPI SAMAJ and the All Manipur Tammi-Chingmi Apunba Lup today organised a torch rally of womenfolk starting from Wahengbam Leikai Yumjao Lairembi Community Hall as part of observing the day.
The rally commenced around 6:30pm and went straight to Bir Tikendrajit park and lighted candles and offered flowers before the Sahid Minar. From there the rally passed through Wahengbam leikai, Keishampat and after crossing the Keishamthong Bridge stopped at Hicham Yaichampat where they again made offerings to the tomb of Bir Tikendrajit.
The womenfolk then crossed New Thumbuthong and continued till the Palace Gate Traffic Island and offered flowers to the statue of the Thangal General.
Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/08/state-pays-fitting-tribute-to-martyrs-on-patriots-day/
All Mizoram Manipuri Association (AMMA), Mizoram had observed Patriots’ Day on the 13th August, 2011 at Aizawl, Mizoram. The function was presided over by the President of AMMA Y. Iboyaima… Read more »
All Mizoram Manipuri Association (AMMA), Mizoram had observed Patriots’ Day on the 13th August, 2011 at Aizawl, Mizoram. The function was presided over by the President of AMMA Y. Iboyaima Singh.
Offering of Floral Tribute, 13th Aug 2011, AMMA, Aizawl, Mizoram
In the function many Manipurisnumbering about 250 persons attended to observe the Patriots ’ Day. Many of them are fromAizawl and other surrounding areas of it who are working in various government organization as well as in private sector. These Manipuris comes from various parts of North Eastern States such as Manipur, Assam, Tripura and so on. N. Shyamsundar Singh was the Chief Guest and H. Bihari Singh was the Guest of honour in the function. Apart from the dignitaries, Kh. Kanta Singh, the former President of AMMA also spoke in the function relating to the life story of the Bir Tikendrajit Singh and other patriots of Manipur who were the brave sons of the state.
From: Gen Sec. Gopeshore Singh (AMMA), Aizawl – Mizoram
The above press release was sent to Kanglaonline.com by Nelson Elangbam on behalf of AMMA. Nelson also expressed
” It’s really a great experience and fortunate for me to witness this great function here in Aizawl, Mizoram ” – Nelson
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