Loktak: Who’s Lake, Who’s Tourism?

By Kalpana Thaoroijam Every visitor to Manipur wishes to visit Loktak pat or reminisces a visit to Sendra hillock, a boat-ride in local-made canoes, few clicks and poses, foods and drinks, and leave behind unwanted dumps.Earlier people visited Loktak area during Lai-haraoba (festivals of Meitei sylvan gods) of the local Thangjing deities. People and their […]

By Kalpana Thaoroijam Every visitor to Manipur wishes to visit Loktak pat or reminisces a visit to Sendra hillock, a boat-ride in local-made canoes, few clicks and poses, foods and drinks, and leave behind unwanted dumps.Earlier people visited Loktak area during Lai-haraoba (festivals of Meitei sylvan gods) of the local Thangjing deities. People and their […]

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JAC agrees Sangai Fest opening ceremony at BOAT

Imphal, November 03 2017: The JAC against the shifting of opening ceremony of Sangai Festival 2017 from Keibul Lamjao has agreed to hold the opening ceremony at Bheigyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT) on November 21 having learnt the technical difficulties of the State Government to organise the opening ceremony at Keibul Lamjao . Certain agreements […]

Imphal, November 03 2017: The JAC against the shifting of opening ceremony of Sangai Festival 2017 from Keibul Lamjao has agreed to hold the opening ceremony at Bheigyachandra Open Air Theatre (BOAT) on November 21 having learnt the technical difficulties of the State Government to organise the opening ceremony at Keibul Lamjao . Certain agreements […]

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Can’t the Brow Antlered deer be saved from extinction?

Dr AK Chishti The Brow Antlered Deer or Sangai as known locally is a very rare and beautiful subspecies found only in Manipur. Its antler and biological niche are really unique. Unfortunately, however its beauty has become its own enemy. Hunters, whose passion for killing, dies hard, never spared this charming animal. Because of this, […]

Dr AK Chishti The Brow Antlered Deer or Sangai as known locally is a very rare and beautiful subspecies found only in Manipur. Its antler and biological niche are really unique. Unfortunately, however its beauty has become its own enemy. Hunters, whose passion for killing, dies hard, never spared this charming animal. Because of this, […]

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Rs 7 crore earmarked for Sangai Festival

Imphal, September 19 2017: The State Government has earmarked Rs seven crore for this year’s edition of the Manipur Sangai Festival . Sources informed that the same amount has been incorporated in the State budget . As the name suggests, the festival also aims at preserving the rare and endangered Sangai, apart from promoting tourism […]

Imphal, September 19 2017: The State Government has earmarked Rs seven crore for this year’s edition of the Manipur Sangai Festival . Sources informed that the same amount has been incorporated in the State budget . As the name suggests, the festival also aims at preserving the rare and endangered Sangai, apart from promoting tourism […]

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Wildlife crime: A process of ecosystem breakdown

Rahul Ashem “The Sangai plays an important part in the life cycle of Keibul Lamjao National Park. It is the indicator of Keibul Lamjao ecosystem and the maintenance of biologically diverse wildlife communities”. In the present scenario, wildlife crime is one of the important threats to wildlife community. The crime is done mostly for meat, […]

Rahul Ashem “The Sangai plays an important part in the life cycle of Keibul Lamjao National Park. It is the indicator of Keibul Lamjao ecosystem and the maintenance of biologically diverse wildlife communities”. In the present scenario, wildlife crime is one of the important threats to wildlife community. The crime is done mostly for meat, […]

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Wetlands Day: A view on vanishing migratory birds

Rahul Ashem Migratory birds are dependent on wetlands for their breeding seasons. They spend the winter months in wetlands for feeding, resting and nutrient to sustain them for their return trip. Wetlands is an ideal place for migratory birds because of their unique features, quality of water; the availability of food and shelter; and the […]

Rahul Ashem Migratory birds are dependent on wetlands for their breeding seasons. They spend the winter months in wetlands for feeding, resting and nutrient to sustain them for their return trip. Wetlands is an ideal place for migratory birds because of their unique features, quality of water; the availability of food and shelter; and the […]

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Sangai Festival 2016- Closing Day

A choreographic presentation under the theme ” Yengu Machusingse, Leihaosidagi Houbani..” which is choreograph by Ranjit Adhikarimayum, Principal of Government Dance College.       Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 7 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 4 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 3 Sangai Festival 2016 […]

A choreographic presentation under the theme ” Yengu Machusingse, Leihaosidagi Houbani..” which is choreograph by Ranjit Adhikarimayum, Principal of Government Dance College.       Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 7 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 4 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 3 Sangai Festival 2016 […]

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Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 7

Events: Cultural Performance by artistes from Thailand Cultural Performance by Zou Dance Troupe, Chandel Cultural Performance by artiste from Senapati Cultural Performance by Sandani Rangana Kala Niketan, Santiniketan, West Bengal Cultural Performance by Baster Band, A Centre for Cultural Heritage, Chhattisgarh Kathak Dance performance by Pt. Birju Maharaj and his group-Kalashram, Delhi Click the below […]

Events: Cultural Performance by artistes from Thailand Cultural Performance by Zou Dance Troupe, Chandel Cultural Performance by artiste from Senapati Cultural Performance by Sandani Rangana Kala Niketan, Santiniketan, West Bengal Cultural Performance by Baster Band, A Centre for Cultural Heritage, Chhattisgarh Kathak Dance performance by Pt. Birju Maharaj and his group-Kalashram, Delhi Click the below […]

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Sangai Festival 2016 Day 4

Cultural Dance performed by the Seven States from North East India also known as Seven Sisters. Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 3 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 2 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 1

Cultural Dance performed by the Seven States from North East India also known as Seven Sisters. Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 3 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 2 Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 1

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Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 3

Events List: Thang Leiteng by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta AssociationCultural performace by Vaiphei Cultural Troupe Churachandpur, Phungarel Jagoi by Thoibi Manipuri Dance & Cultural Research Institute Cultural performace by artistes from Senapati Thang Ta by the Thang Ta and Cultural Research Academy Thougal Jagoi by Manipur Public Music and Dance Centre Cultural performace by Rangailong […]

Events List: Thang Leiteng by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta AssociationCultural performace by Vaiphei Cultural Troupe Churachandpur, Phungarel Jagoi by Thoibi Manipuri Dance & Cultural Research Institute Cultural performace by artistes from Senapati Thang Ta by the Thang Ta and Cultural Research Academy Thougal Jagoi by Manipur Public Music and Dance Centre Cultural performace by Rangailong […]

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Sangai Festival 2016 – Day 2

Events List: Thang Leiteng by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta Association Pung Cholom by Ibudhou Loyalakpa Manipuri Dance Group Thang Yaannaba by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta Association Kartal Cholom by Shri Hari Nata Sankritana Academy (SHANSA) and Dasa Avataar Manipur Jagoi Marup.   Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival […]

Events List: Thang Leiteng by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta Association Pung Cholom by Ibudhou Loyalakpa Manipuri Dance Group Thang Yaannaba by Huyen Lallong Manipur Thang Ta Association Kartal Cholom by Shri Hari Nata Sankritana Academy (SHANSA) and Dasa Avataar Manipur Jagoi Marup.   Click the below links to view Event Photos of Sangai Festival […]

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Heptulla seeks cooperation from Jap Ambassador to clean Loktak Lake Historical ties with State stressed

IMPHAL, Nov 22: Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla today sought cooperation from Japanese Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu to clean Loktak Lake using Japanese technology during a meeting at the Raj Bhavan here. Kenji is currently in Imphal to witness the Sangai Festival, an annual tourism carnival, being held at Hapta Kangjeibung in Palace Compound. […]

IMPHAL, Nov 22: Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla today sought cooperation from Japanese Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu to clean Loktak Lake using Japanese technology during a meeting at the Raj Bhavan here. Kenji is currently in Imphal to witness the Sangai Festival, an annual tourism carnival, being held at Hapta Kangjeibung in Palace Compound. […]

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Heptulla seeks cooperation from Jap Ambassador to clean Loktak Lake Historical ties with State stressed

IMPHAL, Nov 22: Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla today sought cooperation from Japanese Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu to clean Loktak Lake using Japanese technology during a meeting at the Raj Bhavan here. Kenji is currently in Imphal to witness the Sangai Festival, an annual tourism carnival, being held at Hapta Kangjeibung in Palace Compound. […]

IMPHAL, Nov 22: Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla today sought cooperation from Japanese Ambassador to India Kenji Hiramatsu to clean Loktak Lake using Japanese technology during a meeting at the Raj Bhavan here. Kenji is currently in Imphal to witness the Sangai Festival, an annual tourism carnival, being held at Hapta Kangjeibung in Palace Compound. […]

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Sangai Festival 2016 Day 1

The 10 day Sangai Festival kicked off at Imphal’s Hafta Kangjeibung ground on 21st November, 2016. Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla was the chief guest at the inaugural function, which was presided over by Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh. Ambassador of Japan to India He Kenji Hiramatsu, Chief Minister, Chin State Government of Myanmar and Deputy […]

The 10 day Sangai Festival kicked off at Imphal’s Hafta Kangjeibung ground on 21st November, 2016. Manipur Governor Dr Najma Heptulla was the chief guest at the inaugural function, which was presided over by Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh. Ambassador of Japan to India He Kenji Hiramatsu, Chief Minister, Chin State Government of Myanmar and Deputy […]

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Forest Dept highlights forest conservation measures

IMPHAL, Jul 5: Rampant deforestation in the State has immense effect on the environment. Concerned district administrations in the hill districts have been instructed to take measures to stop cutting down of trees for poppy and ganja cultivations in the hill areas, and to take up large scale afforestation drive, said Additional Chief Secretary (Forest) […]

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IMPHAL, Jul 5: Rampant deforestation in the State has immense effect on the environment. Concerned district administrations in the hill districts have been instructed to take measures to stop cutting down of trees for poppy and ganja cultivations in the hill areas, and to take up large scale afforestation drive, said Additional Chief Secretary (Forest) […]

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Sangai in Central list of species recovery program

GUWAHATI, Jun 27: Manipur’s brow antlered deer ‘Sangai’ has been included in the Centre-sponsored endangered species recovery programme. The other animals to be included in the list are the great Indian bustard, Gangetic dolphin and dugong. Found only at the Keibul Lamjao National Park, it is the only species from the North East to be […]

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GUWAHATI, Jun 27: Manipur’s brow antlered deer ‘Sangai’ has been included in the Centre-sponsored endangered species recovery programme. The other animals to be included in the list are the great Indian bustard, Gangetic dolphin and dugong. Found only at the Keibul Lamjao National Park, it is the only species from the North East to be […]

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Sangai population rise to 260

IMPHAL, May 12 : The population of Sangai, the State animal of Manipur has reached 260, Forest and Environment Minister I Hemochandra said while urging all concerned to extend maximum cooperation to the Govt in protecting the Sangai. I Hemochandra was …

IMPHAL, May 12 : The population of Sangai, the State animal of Manipur has reached 260, Forest and Environment Minister I Hemochandra said while urging all concerned to extend maximum cooperation to the Govt in protecting the Sangai. I Hemochandra was speaking to reporters while presenting the report of the Sangai and other animal census

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