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Red shield division conducts symposium on development in manipur

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Imphal, Apr 20: The Red Shield Division conducted a symposium at Senapati today that was aimed at bringing out innovative ideas and aspirations of the youth towards the future of Manipur. The thought-provoking topic of the symposium was “Manipur – the jewel of India, the land of unique combination of culture and traditions, the State with an abundance of potential and resources – what is impeding development in our great state of India ? “. A lively discussion was generated with interesting opinions voiced by all participants. In order to encourage divergent views on the subject, the organisers invited young representatives from all over the State that included two participants each from the Naga, Kuki, Meitei, Nepali and Zeliangrong communities.
The keynote address was delivered by Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM, GOC, Red Shield Division. The General opened his address with a reference to the words of the late Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru by christening Manipur as the ‘Jewel of India’. Maj Gen Poonnen then brought out that despite recent turmoil, democracy had emerged victorious in the State. The people had openly defied coercive pressures and voted in favour of development and progress. He brought out that the time was now right for peace and prosperity to prevail and pervade by leaps and bounds. Each participant delivered a passionate speech to convince the gathering about his/her perception on the aspects of development of Manipur as perceived by his/her tribe/community. The packed house listened with rapt attention as each speaker voiced his opinion.
The organisers made painstaking efforts to assemble a distinguished yet relevant panel of observers to judge the event. Prominent panellists included Mr Ranjan Yumnam, Under Secretary (Home), Mr KT Vaiphei, IGP (Int), Mrs Grace Shatsang (Social Activist), Dr E Bijoy Kumar Singh (Professor, Economics Department, Manipur University) and Mr Haokholet Kipgen (Politician and Social Activist). The declamations of the participants were followed by expert opinions made by the panellists.
In his concluding remarks, Maj Gen Poonnen said that it was most encouraging to see the will and vim of younger generation to live together and prosper. He expressed that all views given out by every single participant had one common undertone – peace and development. The General further remarked that self-respect, self-esteem and a strong value system run deep within the Manipuri society. These deep-rooted values will propel Manipur towards a brighter future.
Towards the end, all participants were presented with gifts and mementos. The speakers were presented with certificates from the Red Shield Division commending their participation. The first prize was awarded to Mr John Phunganlung Gonmei of Tamenglong while Ms Gaibamjuanliu Kahmei also of Tamenglong was the first runner-up. Ms Hoirose Sithlou of Motbung and Ms Caroline Vaveishorou Pouhaina of Senapati were the joint second runners up.

Red shield division conducts symposium on development in manipur

Reporting course begins

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Imphal, Apr 18: A 15 day basic course in news reporting organized by DIPR began at Manipur Press Club today.
Commissioner IPR Shri L. Lakher gracing the function as chief guest said, it is not an easy task for the educated persons who dedicate in the line of journalism. Good journalism can be achieved through hard work. Journalists should convey the information to the people.
The people should respect journalists who are taking keen interest in conveying the world news to the people. Besides the journalists should work impartially.
Presiding over the function, A. Mobi, president AMWJU said, the profession of journalism is full of responsibility. Therefore those in the profession should know the knowledge of journalism. A society is meaningless without communication and information.
Chief editor of Kangla Pao, P. Ibochouba and advocate Chongtham Narendra also attended as guest of honour. Altogether 23 trainees are taking part in the training programme.

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92ND raising day of 5 assam rifles

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Imphal, Apr 18: 5 Assam Rifles along with all its Officers, Junior Commissioned Officer’s and Jawans celebrated its 92nd Raising Day on 18 April 2012.
The Chief Guest for the Raising Day was Brigadier SK Sharma, Commander 59 Mountain Brigade. 5 Assam Rifles was raised on 10 Jun 1920 by Captain John Donald Oglivy from the First King George’s Gorkha Rifles at Lokra, Assam. In 1962, during the Chinese invasion, the battalion fought gallantly while manning 20 outposts on the Indo – Tibet border.
The battalion is deployed in Manipur since year 2006 both at Jiribam earlier and now at Maram. The Battalion ever since its inception, has been performing exceedingly well in all spheres of operations and sports. The unit is carrying out numerous military civic actions with the aim of bringing development to the region as well as building a strong bond with the local population. During the 92nd Raising Day of “Pancham”, as the battalion is fondly called, all senior officers including GOC Red Shield Division and IGAR (S) have wished the battalion the very best in all their endeavors.

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CM returns, expansion expected soon

Imphal. April 18 (NNN): The eagerly awaited return of Manipur chief minister O. Ibobi Singh from the national capital to Imphal with news of which MLAs are to be included in the cabinet of the newly formed Congress government was dashed as the chief minister reportedly could not meet the AICC chief Sonia Gandhi, informed a source.
About a month has passed since the swearing in of the three MLAs – Gaikhangam, Debendro and Phungjathang – as cabinet ministers, and the sojourn to Delhi was seen by politicians aspiring for cabinet berths as the final wait before the list of new MLAs to be sworn in as cabinet ministers would be announced.
The chief minister has been in New Delhi for the last few days to attend the meet of chief ministers on internal security and also to meet the AICC high command for final confirmation of who are going to be included as the cabinet and also who is to be the new president of Manipur Pradesh Congress Committee, replacing Gaikhangam from the post and who is now holding the post of the home minister in the government of Manipur.
The chief minister of the state had assured that the cabinet would be expanded at the earliest and had reportedly taken along with him the probable list of cabinet ministers who are to be inducted in the ministry, for final approval of the AICC high command.
If the chief minister is able to meet the AICC chief today and gets approval of the list of cabinet ministers, he will most likely return to Imphal on Thursday, added the source.
It may be mentioned that the home minister of Manipur, Gaikhangam has been in New Delhi ahead of the chief minister’s arrival there, and there has been speculations by political analysts, MLAs and the public about who all might be included in the next batch of cabinet ministers.

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Four held for vandalising Gandhi’s statue

Imphal, April 17 NNN : Of the five persons, four persons have been arrested by the Ukhrul police from Imphal
in connection with the ‘beheading’ of Mahatma Gandhi statue in Ukhrul town.
Ukhrul district superintendent of police K Kabib told Newmai News Network that the four persons including a VDF personnel were arrested late last night. They have been identified as Ngayaimi Mana (20) s/o Suisa Masanao of Lunghar village, S Ngamapam (22). a VDF personnel, s/o Ramshing of Tuileng
village, Ringmiyo Mawon (19), s/o Shilaso Mawon of Chingai village and Shimi Haorei (24), s/o late Kamrei of Khamason village.
The VDF personnel has been immediately dismissed from his service, according to K Kabib.
The police officer said these arrested four youths have confessed of dismantling the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. These youths were believed to have committed the act due to the influence of alcohol.
They were produced before the Chief Judicial Magistrate today in Ukhrul.
Under the supervision of the SP of Ukhrul district, three special police teams from the district led by SDPO of Ukhrul, OC Ukhrul and SDPO of Phungyar co-ordinated to arrest the four persons.
The fifth one will be nabbed soon, said the police officer. The statue of Mahatma Gandhi erected at Gandhi Chowk, opposite to Ukhrul Town Hall, about 50 metres away from Police Reserve line, near the office of the suprintendent of police, Ukhrul district, was found vandalized in the wee hours of Sunday, with the head of the statue of the ‘Father of the Nation’ missing.
The news of the vandalization of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi had spread very fast in Ukhrul, and it has been condemned by Hunphun Executive Council as a ‘shameless act’ committed against the universal symbol of non-violence by miscreants.
Two stone plates of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) located in different localities of Phungreitang West, Ukhrul district were also found destroyed by miscreants around the same time.
Police had reportedly expressed suspicion that the two incidents are connected and might have been committed with a pre-plan to target everything related to Mahatma Gandhi.

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MTPRM alleges wrong reservation policy at RIMS

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Imphal, Apr 17: The Movement for Tribal People’s Rights Manipur (MTPRM) had demanded rectification of reservation norms in recruitment process and not to declare the DPC result until and unless rectification is done regarding reserving of only 7.5 percent instead of 34 percent for Scheduled Tribes for recruitment of
various posts under Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) . A memorandum was submitted to the Chief Minister of Manipur who is the Vice – President of RIMS also similar copy submitted to Director, RIMS on the 3rd of this month. But without rectifying the anomaly the RIMS authority had declared the DPC results. The RIMS authority declaring the DPC results without following the reservation norms issued by the Central Govt is a total violation which is amounts to ignoring the existent of Scheduled Tribes population in Manipur and also disrespect of the rule formulated by the Central Govt, President. S Ramhaoleng today said in a press statement.
There is a clear reservation norms issued vide O.M No.36012/22/1993-Estt.(SCT) Dt.29/121 1993 by the Department of Personnel & Training, Govt of India for different States where Scheduled Tribes population are existent by mentioning different reservation percentage based on Scheduled Tribes population in their respective states and that 27 percent for Scheduled Tribes is reserved for Manipur in respect of direct recruitment to group C and D posts. With the increased of Scheduled Tribes population
in Manipur and in other States the Central Govt vide O.M No.36017/1 /2004-Estt (Res), dated 5th July, 2005 issued by Department of Personnel & Training had revised the reservation norms for Scheduled Tribes based on 2001 census which now stands at 34 percent reserved in Manipur for recruitment to group C and D posts. Inspite of this facts and rule of the Central Govt, the Govt of Manipur violated the reservation norms determined by Central govt for Scheduled Tribes in Manipur.
The RIMS authority reserving only 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes in the recently held DPC for recruitment of 71 nos of Staff Nurse and 11 nos. Of LDC instead of 34 percent in pursuance to the reservation norms determined by the Central Govt for Manipur is taken by the MTPRM as a plan of the Manipur Govt to keep the Scheduled Tribes economically backward and to render the Scheduled Tribes minority in govt employment representation. The MTPRM has appealed the State Govt in various occasions on various issues in the past but nothing effective mechanism have been worked out by the Manipur Govt as such having no option the MTPRM has submitted a Memorandum to Union Minister, Health and Family Welfare highlighting such dealings committed towards the tribal people of
Manipur. The MTPRM will further expose the ill treatment meted out to the tribal people by the State Govt and to get justice.

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Realisation day observed

MNS: The 32nd realization day organized by AMSU was held at Students historical monument at Pishum Ching, Singjamei. The former president of AMSU Lourembam Dilip graced the occasion as chief guest.
Floral tributes were paid to the memorial site of two students. Prior to the function, the chief guest and present president of AMSU unfurled the flag of AMSU.
The general secy. of the union, Dipanjit Ningthoujam said, the foreigners entered Manipur day by day. Therefore, Manipuris will be perished as Tripuris.
The population has been increased since 1980. There is an apprehension that the indigenous people who have been inhabited for 2000 ears is on the verge of extinction.
RK Ranendrajit who took part in the function also said, we have been facing lot of suffering for 50 years. No demand has been given to Irom Chanu Sharmila who is fasting till death for the removal of AFSPA 1958. In connection with the function, a blood donation camp was also held at RIMS Hospital.

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Boys reported missing, forced recruitment suspected

Imphal. April 17 NNN : After a lull of few years, another case of suspected recruitment of child soldiers by outlawed armed organizations operating in Manipur has surfaced again.
Three boys who had gone to watch a football match in a neighbouring village in the outskirt of Imphal on April 7 has disappeared without a trace till today, are suspected to be recruited by a militant outfit into its fold.
Police suspected that these missing boys have been recruited by militants to their outfits.
Meanwhile, the family members of the three boys have filed a missing report on April 10 at Lamsang police station, Imphal West district.
The three boys are identified as Ch. Ajoynao @ Shanti Kumar (15), s/o Ch. Manglemjao of Sairem Khul Polangsoi, S. Naothoibi (15), s/o S. Samungou, of Sairem Khul Polangsoi, and Sapam Suran (15), s/o S. Naoba of Sairem Khul Kangdabi, all under Lamsang police station, Imphal West district.
In connection to the disappearance of the three boys, a sit-in protest was staged today at Sairem Khul Primary School by Sairem Khul Polangsoi Women’s Welfare Association demanding the safe release of the three boys who are all too young to be recruited, said one of the woman taking part in the sit-in protest.
The three boys also reportedly come from very poor families and they are reported to be school drop-outs, said another woman participating in the protest.
The protestors appealed to the kidnappers/recruiters that the three young boys be allowed to return to their respective families as they are still minors, and they also appealed to the police not to interrogate the boys even if they are found so as to not traumatized them further.
The Polangsoi Women’s Welfare Association will submit a memorandum to the chief minister of Manipur at the earliest, and the police will be given a week from the date of submission of the memorandum to rescue the three boys, added a family member of the missing boys.
The three boys are suspected to be recruited by an underground outfit into its fold, said police source.
In the meantime, two teenager identified as L. Pangal Kanba (16), s/o Susil Kumar of Hourang Keirel and Y. Ningthem (18), s/o Megha of Sairem khul Mamang Leikai, both from the same village as the three boys who went missing on April 7, are also reported to be missing since April 11.

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Suspects to be nabbed for vandalising Bapu’s statue

Imphal. April 16 NNN: Ukhrul district police disclosed that they have listed some suspects involved in the ‘beheading’ of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi erected in Ukhrul town.K Kabib, the superintendent of police, Ukhrul district said the arrest of these suspects will be made in two days time.
It may be mentioned that the the statue of Mahatma Gandhi erected at Gandhi Chowk, opposite to Ukhrul Town Hall, about 50 metres away from Police Reserve line, near the office of the suprintendent of police, Ukhrul district, was found vandalized in the wee hours of Sunday, with the head of the statue of the ‘Father of the Nation’ missing. The news of the vandalization of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi had spread very fast in Ukhrul, and it has been condemned by Hunphun Executive Council as a ‘shameless act’ committed against the universal symbol of non-violence by miscreants. Two stone plates of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) located in different localities of Phungreitang West, Ukhrul district were also found destroyed by miscreants around the same time. Police had reportedly expressed suspicion that the two incidents are connected and might have been committed with a pre-plan to target Gandhi.

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Suspects to be nabbed for vandalising Bapu’s statue

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GOC Red Shield div interacts with ex servicemen

MNS: Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM, GOC Red Shield Division interacted with the Armed Forces veterans at Senapati on 16 April 2012. The interaction was attended by 400 Ex-Servicemen from the Senapati and Tamenglong districts. The aim of this interaction was to enquire into the welfare of the Ex-Servicemen and to apprise them on latest policy matters. The interaction provided an opportunity to the veterans to interact with the General and draw his attention towards matters of immediate concern.

During the course of the interaction, the unanimous opinion of the veterans was the neglect of Ex-Servicemen with no opportunities for re-employment upon termination of their service. The State of Manipur contributed a large proportion of personnel to the Armed Forces and hence it was incumbent upon the government to establish a formal redressal mechanism. Issues of immediate concern included the lack of reserved quota for Ex-Servicemen and their dependents in government jobs, as was existing in other states. Another long-standing issue has been the formal recognition of the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) for Senapati district. The Senapati ZSB had received sanction from the Kendriya Sainik Board under the central government, in the year 1998, however till date, the Senapati district ZSB had not been approved by the State government. The ZSB is the primary, grass root-level forum which ensures that every Ex-Serviceman gets his rightful dues post-retirement and alleviates problems faced by the veterans in close coordination with the District administration. The Ex-Servicemen hoped that the newly elected government would pay heed to their legitimate demands. The veterans also pointed out that history was witness to the fact that hundreds of Manipuris had made the supreme sacrifice for the country, spanning from the British era till present day. The gathering urged the state government to construct a war memorial in the memory of all such soldiers as a token of remembrance and gratitude of the people.
Maj Gen Poonnen brought out that insurgency in the State had declined since the ceasefire arrangement with various UG groups. This had ushered in an era of progress and prosperity in the region.
The general congratulated the people of Senapati and Tamenglong district on the successful completion of free and fair elections recently. He remarked that this indicated a landmark victory for democracy and the people had displayed their defiance of the gun. He added that a large part of the credit goes to the Senapati brigade as well as to the Ex-Servicemen, who created an environment conducive to peace and tranquillity. The General said that the Ex-Servicemen are a well-disciplined part of the society who have spent their youth in the service of the nation. They were the epitome of national unity and integration at its best, who have now formed the threads of communal harmony within the state. The general encouraged the veterans to maintain this spirit of nationalism.
and assist the State towards achieving its

goal of lasting peace.

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GOC Red Shield div interacts with ex servicemen

goal of lasting peace.

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FAM Tour for officers of Tourism Departments

MNS: The Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India, organized a familiarization (FAM) tour for the officers of Tourism Departments of the North-Eastern States in Guwahati, Gangtok & Kolkata from 9th to 14th April, 2012. Team Manipur was led by Shri KK Chhetry, Commissioner, Tourism, Govt of Manipur along with Dr K. Shyamsunder Singh, Deputy Director, Tourism and Shri Rajeshor Thoudam, Architect of Tourism Department. All the NE States participated except for Nagaland and Tripura.
The objective of the FAM Tour was to familiarize the participants to the tourism related products, destinations, best practices of the States of Assam, Sikkim and West Bengal, and interaction with the local tour operators and the hoteliers.
In Guwahati, visits were organized to Hotel Kiranshree Portico, Kalakshetra, Silpagram, Hotel Grandeur and Mainland China Restaurant. Shri Subodh Kant Sahay, Union Tourism Minister also met with the NE Tourism Officials and inaugurated the largest river cruise vessel in India, the “Mahabaahu” on the Brahmaputra River. Few 5 star category hotels are coming up in the near future too.
In Gangtok, visits were organized to Denzong Regency and Mayfair Resort (a 5 star deluxe) and meeting and interaction with the State Government, hoteliers and tour operators. The cleanliness and peace of Gangtok were astonishing niche products of tourism.
In Kolkata, the hotel industry has taken a quantum leap. Sites visited the Taj Bengal and various heritage places. Best practices involving ecotourism were studied.
Team Manipur successfully showcased the USPs with regard to culture, sports and nature based tourism and made a fervent appeal to the tour operators to include Manipur in their tour and travel itineraries as tourism in India cannot grow without Manipur in particular and NE in general.

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FAM Tour for officers of Tourism Departments

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Red Shield nabs town commander of NSCN(IM)

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Imphal, Apr 15: On 14 April, in yet another successful operation by Red Shield Division, 25 Assam Rifles along with intelligence units of Army and Assam Police nabbed the Town Commander of NSCN (IM) identified as SS 2nd Lt Kiseluing Jeme ( a resident of Hajaichak, Dima Hasao) along with two OGWs Hungsaming Jeme ( a resident of Hajaichak, Dima Hasao) and Isamteung Newme from HAFLONG Hill.
The individuals were apprehended while executing extortion plans and a successful chase from Boro Haflong to Haflong Hill. Subsequently, questioning of the NSCN (IM) Town Commander also led to recovery of two Chinese grenades, one 9mm Pistol, 14 rounds of 7.62 ammunition, two mobile handsets with SIM Cards and one extortion demand note from the forest area near Lungiram Basti.
The operation has been commended by district administration for its future impact on NSCN (IM) influence in Dima Hasao region. The individuals were handed over to Police Station Haflong on 14 Apr 2012 along with the recovered arms and ammunition.

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Man held for killing woman

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Imphal, Apr 15: A team of Kakching Police arrested the accused person who was involved in the killing of one Keisam Premila (40) of Wabgai Thingel Leikai.
An angry crowd dismantled the house of the accused this morning.
The arrested was identified as Mayanglambam Amujao alias Khogendro (35) Kakching Turel Wangma Ningthou Pareng.
According to police, Kakching Police arrested him from near Kakching Keithel last night around seven p.m. When police tried to interrogate him he suddenly collapsed and was rushed to RIMS Hospital however he was discharged from the hospital this morning around 11 a.m.
Amujao was arrested twice in connection with the case of underground and was lodged in the jail.
The JAC formed in connection with the case organized a meeting at Kakching Bazar Naoroi Lampak.
It may be mentioned here that the body of Premila was found beheaded at Kakching Mahadeba Ching on April nine.
Meanwhile a sit in protest was held at Nambol Awang Jiri Mayai Laikai to protest the life attempt of Leitanthem Binoi, husband of Sorojini Devi, pradhan of Yarou Bamdiar Gram Panchayat last night around eight p.m.
The unknown persons who claimed themselves as KCP, Taibangnganba group tried to fire at the husband of the pradhan however the bullet turned to be miss fire.
The protesters demanded not to repeat such incident in future.

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Pulse Polio Immunization drive

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Imphal, Apr 15: Polio Vaccine was administered to Children between 0-5 years in the state today.
The family welfare deptt. also opened a booth at the said office.
It may be mentioned here that the first round of polio vaccine was administered to the children on February 19.
Assam Rifles Units under HQ IGAR (South) participated in the National Intensified Pulse polio immunization programme in collaboration with the Health Department on 15 Apr 12 at their respective locations. A large number of children under the age of 5 years residing adjoining areas of AR Camps were administered oral polio drops and immunized against polio. 27 Assam Rifles, 17 Assam Rifles, 23 Assam Rifles, 9 Assam Rifles, 12 Assam Rifles, 35 Assam Rifles carried out intensified Pulse Polio Immunization Program (IPPI) on 15 Apr 2012 to the children under 05 years at Kakching, Somsai, Shanghshak, Moreh, Chassad and Sajik Tampak respectively.
10 Assam Rifles under the aegis of Red Shield Division, on 15 April 2012 conducted an Intensive Pulse Polio Immunization Camp at Nonei. Wide publicity was given to facilitate the awareness of Polio to all the villages located in remote areas through announcements in the last 3 days. A total of 135 children below the age of 5 yrs were benefitted from this Immunization camp. The villagers were thankful to the Comdt of 10 Assam Rifles for the awareness created as also the help rendered by setting up this campaign to eradicate Polio.
Assam Rifles located at Maram and Jwalamukhi under the aegis of Red Shield Division organised second phase of Pulse Polio campaign for the year 2012 for the villagers of Senapati district. Five booths were established, one at various location at Senapati District. A total of 200 children below 5 years of age were immunised.

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Tangkhul Baptist Churches

Imphal. April 14 NNN: In commemoration of the completion of the 95th year of the Tangkhul Baptist Churches Association, Women Union celebrated the Pre-Centenary along with the 32nd Anniversary Celebration of Alice Christian Higher Secondary School under the theme “Live and Grow” from April 13 at Mission Ground, Ukhrul town.
Colourful cultural items marked the opening programme.
Christian leaders from various corners including foreign nationals are participating in the event. The speakers of the event include Rev Dr Steven C Van Ostran of ABC Rocky Mountains, USA, Dr Edwin Tegenfeldt who is a missionary in India from America and Miss Kuinao Zimik, a patron of ACHSS. Meanwhile, the secretary of the Women Union Wungreiwon K. Shimray stated on the second day that the women union was established in 1917 by Alice Pettigrew, wife of William Pettigrew who introduced Christianity in Manipur, and the union will be completing its 100th year in 2017. She said that this is a time for retrospection of the status of Tangkhul women, from the pre-christianity period till the present time and their aspirations for the future.
Alice Christian Higher Secondary School, established in 1980 by Alice Pettigrew, is an important project of the women union, continued Wungreiwon, and the school was upgraded to the higher secondary level with Science stream in 2000 and Arts in 2002, she added. This pre-centenary celebration is a preparation for the centenenary celebration after 5 years in which women from other religious communities of the state will also be invited, she informed, and expressed hope that the centenary celebration will bring peace, harmony, and unity among the different ethnic communities living in the state who are all children of God. She said Tangkhul women should re-examine and discuss their present status in the society, their achievements and aspirations for the future, acknowledging that women have come a far way after Christianity and western education have touched their lives.

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ARWWA President visits Mother Teresa home

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Imphal, Apr 14: Uma Gurung, President, Assam Rifles Wives Welfare Association (ARWWA), HQ IGAR (South) with other members visited Mother Teresa Home on 13 Apr 2012 and interacted with the inmates, patients and kids and learnt about lifestyle and problems faced by them during one of her many such planned visits to institutions alike across the State of Manipur. The ARWWA President appreciated the efforts put in by Mother Teresa Home while she met and shared the problems with everyone there. Its an endeavour of the President ARWWA to work towards the upliftment of various social organisations by rendering help through Assam Rifles, a gesture that is seldom extended.
Meanwhile 28 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR(South) provided assistance to the villagers of Sigjamei village on 13 Apr 12.The Unit was provided material and administrative assistance for celebration of Meitei Cheiraoba festival at Chinga Leirambi Devi Temple. More than 7000 people attended the function.
In another occasion, a team of medical officers and paramedical staff of 22 GRENADIERS of 26 Sector under HQ IGAR (South) organized a Medical Camp at Moltuk village of Chandel district on 13 Apr 12.
More than 150 patients from Moltuk and nearby areas were diagnosed and provided medicines The 27 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector under HQ IGAR(S) organized a pre-recruitment training camp under PARTNERS (Partnership of Assam Rifles Toward North East Regional students) programme. 27
Youths includes 13 female aspirants are participating in the camp. Highlights of the camp include various forms of physical training, games & sports competitions, obstacle course, public speaking and grooming
classes and personal counseling. The main focus of the entire camp is providing them intellectual and physical training to match the expected standards.

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