State commemorates Khongjom Day at War Memorial Complex
HY News
23 April, 2022 05:29 pm IST
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The State pays rich tributes to the bravehearts of Manipur on the occasion of Khongjom Day which is held every year on 23rd April at Khongjom War Memorial Complex, Khebaching, Thoubal district.
The Governor of Manipur La. Ganeshan, Chief Minister N. Biren Singh along with several Ministers and dignitaries attended the observance function. The Governor and the Chief Minister lead the public in laying floral wreaths at Khongjom War Memorial.
Taking to Twitter, the Chief Minister said "On this Khongjom Day, I paid my humble tributes to our bravehearts who sacrificed their lives, fighting for the dignity and sovereignty of Manipur in the 1891 Manipur-Anglo War along with Hon’ble @manipurgovernor Shri La Ganesan Ji".
"Their valour and nationalism will be fondly remembered and inspire the generations to come . In memory of our forefathers' undying love and sacrifice for Manipur, I salute them today and everyday", he said.
The State Government had arranged free bus service to transport government employees, public and devotees from Imphal to Khebaching and back in connection with the observance.
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