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Imphal, Dec 19: The CM, O. Ibobi inaugurated a Rs. Four crores 47 lakhs Wangjing Lamding Keithel today. The newly inaugurated market included 500 women vendors and 15 shopping blocks.
The CM also attended as chief guest at the 30th annual function of South East Manipur College, Komlathabi, Chandel. He also laid the foundation stone for the construction of health centres of Wangjing and Chandel.
Speaking on the occasion, the CM Said The govt. is planning to upgrade Wangjing asn other Nagar Panchayat to the states of municipality. It is impossible to take up a big plan of govt. without the co-operation of the people. Therefore people should try to dedicate for it, he said and added that the present SPF govt. is paying more attention to education, health, roads and bridges.
Spaking at the function held in Chandel, the education minister DD Thaisii said, although may college applied for grant in aid however some colleges have to provisions to get grant in aid.
M. Hemanta, MLA while speaking at the inaugural function of Wangjing market pressurised to upgrade Wangjing Nagar Panchayat to the states of municipality.
The health minister L. Jayentakumar, Smt. O. Landhoni, Y. Surchandra, MLAs and top officials of the govt. attended the functions.

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Imphal, Dec 19: The President of BJP Nitin Gadkari today announced that the BJP will be coming back to power in 2014. The BJP Chief arrived here today and addressed a public rally at Bhagyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT).
Addressing the public rally Mr, Gadkari said during the NDA rule in the country there was no case of suicide committed by farmers. The emphasis on communications throughout the country was started by the NDA led by Atal Behari Vajpayee he added. Bad governance, corruption by the government led by Dr Manmohan Singh has broken the record of price rise he alleged.
If the BJP comes back to power it will take up politics of development and unemployment problem will be solved he said. The BJP is in charge of nine states in the country and all the nine states have witnessed growth and development he further said.
Allegations like the BJP is anti Muslim, anti minorities are made frequently but what has the Congress done during the long period of its rule in the country he asked. It was during the NDA period that a Muslim , Dr Abdul Kalam became the President of the country he further said.
For Manipur and rest of the country the BJP will take up new policies related to handicraft, education, handloom, communications he said. In states like Manipur the government is taking up contract works and looting the people he charged. If the BJP comes to power CBI probe will be ordered to look into corrupt practices and all wrong doers will be sent to jail he further said. Other BJP central and state leaders also attended the function. Mr Gadkari will leave Imphal tomorrow.
Nitins said there will be no more bandh and blockades as the party will try its level best to bring peace and development in Manipur if BJP comes to power at the Centre.
He said the UPA leaders are “corruption Pandits” who are neck deep in corruption and added that the recent Manipur visit of the Union home minister entirely aimed at giving lessons to the State Government on how to learn the corruption business.
“No peace and development can be brought in the State since the Secular Progressive Front (SPF) Government is just waiting for the opportunity to eat up and loot funds which are meant for public”, Gadkari alleged.
He further alleged that the entire UPA Government is involved in the 2G scam worth thousands of lakhs of rupees.
BJP national spokesperson Prakash Javedkar, who was also speaking at the rally, said there is a big doubt that the Government of Manipur is having a nexus with militant groups in the State saying there were only two to three militant organizations in the State before, but now it has been increased to more than 30 groups.
He said the state of affairs in Manipur has become very difficult and complicated to such an extent that nobody even knows when and how he or she will be killed by bullet. Citing instances on the bad governance, he said State works minister K. Ranjit shot and wounded Advocate General of Manipur besides FCD minister N. Biren’s own son also killed a youth and for that still no one is getting justice. Now the public see the SPF Government as militant organization, he further alleged. Recalling the recent incident that took place in chief minister Okram Ibobi Singh bastion in Thoubal district where BJP leader Najma Heptulla and her supporters were allegedly attacked by Congress supporters who went wild, Javedkar regretted and said democracy is a ballot not a bullet and the attack on Najma Heptulla during a rally in the chief minister’s home constituency was not an act of democracy.
Meanwhile, a BJP zonal meeting for Northeast region was held this evening at Hotel Classic here during which all the presidents of Northeast States attended.
The party will be fielding 10 candidates in the coming general elections in the State, they added.

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Imphal, Dec 19: On 19 Dec 2011 at Leimakhong, the Red Shield Division dedicated a park to the people of Manipur in the memory of the martyr, Major L Jyotin Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posthumous), who laid down his life on 26 Feb 2010 while fighting terrorists with bare hands in order to save the lives of his colleagues and other country-men residing in a hotel in Kabul. Jyotin was a part of an Indian Mission to provide medical cover to the people of Afghanistan. Maj Gen Binoy Poonnen, VSM, in his address to the gathering, highlighted the supreme sacrifice of the fearless Army Medical Corps Officer, who responded beyond the call of duty with least regard to his personal safety. The General Officer further stated that the park will be a new source of inspiration for the people and state of Manipur, a monument of patriotism and selflessness which will groom and inspire the younger generation towards Nationalism and importance of dedication to duty. Dr (Mrs) Bina Kumar Devi, the elder sister of (Late) Maj L Jyotin Singh, AC (Posthumous) also graced the ceremony with relatives and extended her gratitude to the division stating that this park will forever signify the contribution of the Indian Army towards extending goodwill/recognition to all the residents of Manipur.

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Imphal, Dec 17: Several bursts of gunfire were heard today at Kangpokpi in Sadar Hills where Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh paid a visit to inaugurate a newly constructed office building of Additional Deputy Commissioner in the Deputy Commissioner office complex and also to lay foundation stones for four SDO offices.
At about 11:30 am, several rounds of loud gunfire started bursting near Heijang range located just opposite to the Additional DC office complex at IB when the convoy of the chief minister was about to reach its destination, police said.
The police said prima facie the blank fire shots were triggered by the Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) militants but further said the tattering of the gunfire, which they believed a threatening move to the chief minister’s visit, could not thwart to go ahead with his scheduled programme.
The chief minister inaugurated a new building constructed at DC office complex and also laid foundation stones for four SDO offices and another SDC circle there.
The CM, O. Ibobi said there is no change in the decision of govt. regarding the upgradation of Sadar hills autonomous district council to state level for which process has been going on. India is a democratic country. There is no harm when someone demands in a democratic way.
While we are alive, we should live cordially to keep an exact record of hills, it is necessary to open a separate department.
We was speaking at the inaugural function of newly constructed building of AWC complex, Kangpokpi and laying the foundation stone for construction of SDO, Tuyang Waichong sub-division, SDO Dhamphai sub division, SDO Kangchup heljang sub division and SDC Lungtin circle today.
Due to lack of records in hills, the state govt. is facing a lot of problem. He announced to set up district sports complex in an appropriate area of Sadar Hills. Adequate security forces will also be posted at ADC complex, he said and added that to take up measures for the development of hills the people should not call band and blockade in the near future.
Presiding over the function, Th. Debendra, revenue minister said, the demand of a full fledged states of a district is reasonable and he was of the view that priority should be given to Sadar hills for the states of a full fledged district. To have more districts will develop the state.
K. Ranjit, works minister, Thangminlen Kipgen, chairmen of hills areas committee, Haokholet Kipgen, MLA, ADC members and concerned officials also attended the function.
Addressing at the function, Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh said Sadar Hills district could be granted only after development of “adequate infrastructure” that required to a full-fledged district.
Apparently showing anger to the gunfire shots that he encountered on his way today, the chief minister said “gun culture” cannot bring any solution but coming to the table is the only way out in resolving issues.
The government is making efforts to set up a separate revenue directorate for hill districts for smooth record for everyone as population will keep on growing which may make more and more complicated situation in the near future without a revenue directorate, Ibobi said.
Meanwhile, the gunfire which police said an undesired disruption stopped just as the chief minister team left Kangpokpi.
The police said they recovered strewn of projectiles on the roof the office building of Additional DC even as some bullets smashed through the wall of the building. No one was injured in the firing, they added.
The Kuki Revolutionary Army (KRA) Saturday claimed responsibility for the gun fire incident at Kangpokpi that happened during the visit of Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh where he inaugurated an office building of Additional Deputy Commissioner.
KRA publicity secretary P. Simte while clarified that the gun fire shots were triggered by the militant group to protest the change of office location of SDO and it was not opposing the visit of the chief minister.
Sadar Hills Disricthood Demand Committee (SHDDC) and the Government of Manipur are working in the interest of just one particular clan in their attempt to solve the Sadar Hills issue, Simpte alleged.
He said, “KRA does not oppose to the much expected inauguration of Sadar Hills district and we are indeed demanding a speedy resolution of the issue to facilitate its inauguration at the earliest possible.”
Simte also said KRA and all the communities in Sadar Hills by and large have boycotted the inauguration of the newly built sub-division office at a new location. But he said only one clan among the communities accepted it.
The SDC Kangchup Chingkhong has been upgraded to SDO and transferred to P. Golyang village, the Chalwa SDC to Tujanwaichong village and Kangpokpi SDO to Champhai village, he further said.
KRA wants to keep the offices where they were before, Simte said, adding that the militant group has been working hard for the betterment of all the communities.

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IMPHAL Dec., 16, 2011: Chief Minister Shri O. Ibobi Singh today inaugurated a 33/11 KV power sub-station at Yumnam Patlou, Sagolmang and Sagolmang Police Station in Imphal East District. He also laid the foundation stone for construction of District Hospital Imphal East at Sagolmang.
The 33/11 KV power sub-station which would cover 69 villages under Sagolmang and Yumnam Khunou was constructed under NLCPR at a total amount of Rs. 537.13 lakhs.
The Sagolmang Police Station was constructed under SPA at a total cost of Rs. 4, 02, 66, 716 and would cover about 61 villages. The total area of the complex is about 5 acres.
The 100 bedded District Hospital Imphal East at Sagolmang has an area of 10 acres and would be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs. 62 crores. It is targeted to complete within three years.
Speaking at a public meeting held at Ereima Playgound at Sagolmang, the Chief Minister stated that these constructions will go a long way in helping the people of the area and urged upon them to properly utilize the schemes and projects given to them by the government.
He also stated that the Sagolmang police station is an effort of the state government to strengthen the functioning of the Police and also to bring administration closer to the people of the area. He said that the people should extend their cooperation with the police in their efforts to maintain law and order in the area. He also stressed on the need that the police personnel should maintain discipline while on duty and ensures that the people feel protected and secured in their presence.
The Chief Minister also said that the power sub-station which was inaugurated today would lend stability to power supply to the area to a great extent.
Power Minister Shri T. Phungzathang, Health Minister Shri L. Jayentakumar, Deputy Speaker Shri Th. Lokeshwar Singh, Chairman, Manipur Pollution Control Board Shri E. Dijwamani Singh, MLA Shri Prithiviraj Singh and DGP Y. Joykurnar Singh were also present at the functions.

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Imphal, Dec 16: The President of India, in her capacity as the Visitor of Manipur University, has appointed Professor Nachane Dillip Madhukar as the second Chancellor of the university for a period of five years with effect from 4th November 2011.
Professor Nachane Dilip Madhukar, MA (Economics), MA (Mathematics), Ph D, is currently a Professor Emeritus in Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research, Mumbai. He is also (l) Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar National Fellow, (2) Honorary Fellow Institute of South Asian Studies, University of Singapore, and Honorary Fellow of Indian School of Political Economy.
He was the Professor of Quantitative Economics (1978-2003), Director, Department of Economics (1993-1999) of the University of Mumbai, and Director of Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (2007-10).
He is well renowned and acknowledged for his academic achievements. He has received several awards and distinctions. He has to his credit the publication of six books and ninety four research articles in journals of repute.
He has visited many foreign universities for academic and research interactions. He is a member of various academic bodies and has held concurrently official and honorary appointments.

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Imphal, Dec 15: Fifty seven cadres of various underground outfits surrendered with arms before Manipur Chief Minister Shri O. Ibobi Singh today in a surrender ceremony held at HQ IGAR (South) at Mantripukhri, Imphal. The CM said the government will conduct a probe into the blast which took place at PWD office. Employees will also be scanned and entry of vehicles will also be restricted.
Security measures have been tightened in and around PWD head office, Khuyathong where a powerful time bomb blasted injuring three employees yesterday.
A cabinet meeting held yesterday decided to issue pass for the entry inside the complex. The employees were allowed to enter the office after proper verification today.
Meanwhile Manipur PWD employees assn. expressed dissatisfaction over the blast yesterday. The assn. urged the concerned not to repeat such incident in future.
The 57 cadres of UG outfits who surrendered today were UNLF 5, PULF (AZAD) 15, PULF (UF) 2, PULF (MI KHAN) 1, KCP (MTF) 1, PREPAK (VC) 2, PREPAK 6, KCP (CITY MEITEI) 1, KCP 2, KCP (TABONGIA) 1, PREPAK (PRO) 1, PRA 1, PLA 6, KNLF 6, KYKL 4, UTLA 2 and NSCN (K) 1.
Speaking at the function, Chief Minister Shri O. Ibobi Singh said that cadres of various extremist outfits entering into the peace initiatives is a significant trend and their decision to come back to the mainstream is extremely detrimental to the development of the State. The Chief Minister assured that the outfit’s initiative for peace would be honoured and the government would also make its best efforts to redress their grievances.
Terming it as very unfortunate the violation of Ground Rules by some of the groups under SoO, which lead to public out-cry and criticism, the Chief Minister stated that SoO should not be used as a shield to carry on extortion and unlawful activities. This is against the principle of SoO and cannot be tolerated, he added and appealed to such groups to give up such violations forthwith and cooperate in the larger public interest.
The Chief Minister appealed to all other UG outfits which are not under SoO to shun the path of violence and enter into the peace process for peace and prosperity in the State. He also congratulated the HQ IGAR (South) for their efforts to bring back various UG outfits to the mainstream.
Shri Joy Kumar Singh, DGP Manipur, Major General UK Gurung, YSM, IGAR (South) and DIG/SP Imphal West Shri Kailun, Officers and Jawans of Assam Rifles and Manipur Police were also present during the surrender ceremony.

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The Imphal municipal council has congratulated the state chief minister O. Ibobi, N. Raghumani Chairperson IMC, N. Gitkumar chief town planner, and commissioner Mahud Sunderlal IAS for receiving best basic service to urban poor city award under JNNURM. The award carried cash prize of Rs. 3 lakhs and memento. A reception ceremony was held this evening at IMC complex councilors of IMC were present the reception ceremony.

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Imphal, Dec 14: A powerful bomb exploded at the Public Works Department (PWD) office building located in the heart of Imphal, injuring three staffers, including a woman on Wednesday.
Additional Deputy General of Police (ADGP) V.Jathang who was at the site told the media that they believed the blast was caused by a very powerful time-bomb which was put inside a dustbin.
“As of now, we don’t have any suspect responsible for the blast but investigation is underway to ascertain who was behind the act”, the police officer said when asked to comment on the identity of the suspects who might have carried out the blast.
The explosion took place at around 1:30 pm. All of a sudden a powerful bomb blasted inside a room on the second floor of the PWD building which houses the rooms of Assistant Engineers of Thoubal, Ukhrul and Churanchandpur districts. Three staffers, including a woman were wounded in the blast. The injured were rushed to the RIMS hospital and Raj Polyclinic private hospital here. One of them is stated to be in critical condition.
The walls and ceiling of the office room, including the window glass panes of the first floor and second floor of the building were extensively damaged due to the powerful impact of the explosion.
The injured have been indentified as Haorungbam Nirmala, 27 D/o H. Ibomcha of Sagolband Sayang, Imphal west, Y. Yaima from Khongman in Imphal east and Md Manal from Lilong Leihaokhong, Thoubal district.
Sources said the blast occurred at a high security zone manned by a company of CRPF, including three personnel of the CID and another eight Home guard personnel.
State police and Central Paramilitary forces rushed to the site and cordoned off the area minutes after the blast and conducted a massive search operation inside the PWD campus. But there was no report of any arrest in connection with the incident.
Besides ADGP Jathang, Works minister K. Ranjit, DGP Y. Joykumar, Imphal West DIG, SP in-charge were also visited the scene.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack and it is also not known the motive behind the blast.

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