February 2013 – Page 27

KCP woman cadres arrested

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IMPHAL, February 18: A team of the Imphal East commandos arrested a KCP woman cadre identified as Khundongbam (n) Soibam (o) Rita Devi, 41, wife of (L) S Joychandra Singh of Haobam Marak Irom Leikai from Kid English Academy gate on February 17 around 7:35am, said a press release of the Imphal East SP.
The release said one Samsung mobile phone along with one Vodafone SIM card was recovered from her possession.
“On verification, she stated that she joined the KCP organization in the month of December 2012 through one Malemnganbi of Soibam Leikai and that she is presently working with one of her associates namely Janeshwori of Hiyangthang Mayai Leikai”, it said.
Further according to the release, on the same day at about 8:10 am, another KCP woman cadre identified as Sarangthem (n) Sanasam (o) Janeshwori Devi alias Jandobi (41) daughter of S Manihar Singh of Hiyanthang Mayai Leikai was also arrested from her residence.
It said on further verification, she stated that she is an active member of the KCP organization and is working for the banned organization PREPAK through one Brojen of Moirang Tronglaobi.
The press release of the Imphal East SP has continued that on the same day, at about 9:25am one PREPAK cadre namely Irungbam Brojen Meitei alias Tombi (27) son of (L) L Bhomilal Meitei of Tronglaobi Mayai Leikai was arrested from his residence.
On verification, he stated that he is an active member of the PREPAK organization and he is working under the command of one Tangba of PREPAK and he was involved in extortion of money from the general public, government officials, private firms etc and transportation of arms and ammunition from one place to another, it said.

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Awardees felicitated on Artiste`s Day

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IMPHAL, February 18: Manipur Dramatic Union, MDU has observed Artiste’s Day at its auditorium today and presented award titled ‘Khomdram Dhanachandra Ningshing Mana’ to Heisnam Sabitri, Padmashree honouring her outstanding performances as a theatre artist.
The award which was sponsored by the family of Khomdram Dhanachandra, founder president of MDU, included a sum of Rs 10,000, citation, shawl and a walking stick.
After floral tribute being paid to the departed artistes, Awardees (National and State) namely Heisnam Kanhailal, Padmashree, National Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellow – 2011 and Kamalkumari National Award – 2012; and Ranbir Mangang, Manipur State Kala Akademi Award (Theatre) – 2011 were felicitated with citation and shawl.
“Today is a joyous moment for me however I feel that I do not deserve the award. I pray that every artist find success in their endeavours”, Sabitri said.
During the occasion, Heisnam Kanhailal briefed about his life history and what theatre means to him.
He also recalled some of his famed plays.
“During the 70s, I could not speak anything about theatre. It was from the 80s that I started learning about theatre and I could articulate my desire”, he said.
He then said that young research scholars from JNU and others have approached him for their PHDs and to seek a new incarnation of acting.
“Also actors from South Africa will be coming to learn from him for three months”, he said.
The observance was presided over by Kshetrimayum Ibohal Singh, president MDU and attended by Elangbam Joychandra Singh, Sangeet Natak Akademy Awardee as chief guest.
Joychandra briefed about the times he had with Khomdram Dhanachandra and prayed that the observation might satisfy the soul of the later.

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AMWJU team leaves Imphal for Andaman & Nicobar trip

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IMPHAL, February 18: State Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh flagged off the All Manipur Working Journalist Union (AMWJU) team for Andaman and Nicobar Island from Manipur Press Club this afternoon.
The trip was organised by AMWJU and the team was led by A Mobi, president, AMWJU.
Altogether 22 journalists including one female are in the team.
Speaking at the media A Mobi said the main theme to make trip to Andaman and Nicobar Island is to trace out the history of Meitei ancestor. King Kulachandra Singh and his followers put behind bars in Mount Harriet in the year 1881 during British period.
He further said they will lay a memorial stone in Mount Harriet and to build up a guest house.
He further said they will return on 27th February.

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Vety and animal husbandary minister calls for conservation of indigenous animals

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NEW DELHI, February 18 (Manipur Information Centre): The 84th Annual General meeting of the Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR) was held today at A.P.Shinde Symposium Hall, NASC Complex, Pusa with Union Minister of Agriculture Sharad Pawar in the chair.
Speaking at the meeting, Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Minister of Manipur, Govindas Konthoujam stated that the Manipur Government was intending to undertake a project for the conservation of the threatened breed of Mithun (Bos frontalis) whose number in Manipur have come down below 10,000 and the Manipuri pony ( Equuas ferus caballus) which was well-known for its unique features such as its firm-footedness and suitability for war and sports. He requested the Centre for undertaking a study or research on various aspects of the threatened breeds including proper measures for their conservation. He also stated that Manipur as well as North Eastern States had many local breeds of animals and emphasized the need for identification of the local breeds which were of economically importance and in need of conservation. He drew the attention of ICAR to conduct research projects for the purpose.
Veterinary Minister Govindas also said, “The ICAR has a NE Hill Region Research Centre at Imphal. However, the Centre appears to be concentrating mainly on crops. Veterinary and animal husbandry is not given its due importance and there are only two posts of Scientists in veterinary sciences.” He urged the ICAR to upgrade the Imphal Centre and the Krishi Vigyan Kendras in Manipur with the facilities of veterinary and animal husbandry sciences and posting scientists in the field.
Speaking in the meeting Agriculture Minister Abdul Nasir highlighted the achievements of the Manipur centre of ICAR at Lamphelpat which has produced six high yielding paddy varieties. He pointed out that the cultivation of high yielding paddy varieties was mainly confined in the valley. In view of the increasing population, the Minister stressed the need for cultivation of high yielding paddy varieties in the hill areas which occupied 9/10th of the total area of paddy and low-lying areas which had an area of 14,000 hectare. . He proposed to set up a research station at Ukhrul district and at Kharungpat in Thoubal District.
Agriculture Minister Nasir stated that all nine districts of Manipur had one Kishan Vikash Kendra (KVK) each and highlighted the inconvenience of the farmers in Jiribam to get the facilities of the KVK. He proposed the ICAR to open a KVK at Jiribam.
The Minister also proposed to increase the intake of B.Sc (Agri) seats from 16 to 20 and B. Tech (Agri Engg) from 4 to 8 at Central Agricultural University, Iroishemba and College of Agriculture Engineering and Post Harvest technology, Gangtok respectively to meet the increasing demand for the students of Manipur. He further proposed to reserve a seat at Central Agriculture University for post graduate studies of the in-service candidates for strengthening human resource development in agriculture.
While addressing the 84th AGM of ICAR the Union Minister Pawar said, “I must flag some of the potential areas where we need to concentrate more. Tapping rich potential of North East Region is one such important agenda on which there have been more talks but less action. I expect that this ICAR may give special attention towards North East region. Equipping the farmer to tackle the climate change and erratic behaviour of monsoon should be an important agenda. The production of pulses and oilseeds are well below the demand and major thrust needs to be given on this front. Availability of fodder has become a major hindrance in growth of our animal husbandry sector. The labour cost has become major component of the production cost; however, our track record in introducing appropriate farm mechanization is not up to the mark. A lot is also required to be done in post harvest management.”

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VDF association calls for indefinite general strike

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IMPHAL, February 18: The All Manipur Village Defence Force Welfare Association, AMVDFWA has called an indefinite state wide general strike from 6pm of February 19.
A press release of the general secretary of the association has said that the association has initiated several forms of agitations since January 29 and had even submitted its memorandum concerning its demand to the state government; however the government is yet to fulfil its demands compelling the association to call the general strike.
The statement has further appealed to all the schools and educational institutes of the state to remain close during the general strike and the general public, the local clubs, transport assocaitions, Maira Paibi lups to support the general strike.
However medical and religious parties will be exempted from the purview of the strike, it said.
The statement has also informed that the association will fully support the nation-wide general strike of the All India Trade Union Congress on February 20 and 21.

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Rs 1.10 crores, arms seized from Nagaland Home Minister

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Kohima, February 18 (agencies): Nagaland`s Home MinisterImkong L Imchen was detained at 5.30 am on Monday near the poll-bound state`s Wokha district after Rs 1.10 crore in cash and a cache of arms and ammunition, including rifles, was recovered from his vehicle by Assam Rifles personnel.
EC sources say that that apart from Rs 1.10 crore in cash; 5 pistols, 2 7.65 mm calibre rifles and 140 .303 rifle bullets were seized from the vehicle in which he was travelling to his constituency Koridanga in Mokokchung district from Kohima. Assam Rifles intercepted the vehicle near the Nagaland-Assam border and recovered the aforesaid items after a search.
Imchem is the Nagaland People`s Front candidate from Koridanga and also the campaign in charge of NPF. The minister said the money belonged to the party funds but said he had no idea how the arms got into his car.
This is second big seizure from Nagaland in the last couple of days. On Saturday, Rs 1 crore in cash was seized from a helicopter hired by another NPF candidate, Nyemli Phom. He had later claimed that the money was given to him by the party and was part of NPF funds. EC is now awaiting a written confirmation of this from the NPF treasurer.
Earlier, in June 30, 2010, Imchen was detained at the Kathmandu airport for carrying Indian currency in denominations of Rs 1000 and Rs 500, which were banned in Nepal.
The opposition Congress has demanded that the Election Commission take action against Imchen for possessing illegal arms and ammunition.
“It is unbecoming of a home minister to carry illegal arms and ammunition. It is a serious criminal offence and the Election Commission should take action against him as per the law of the land,” Leader of Opposition Tokheko Yepthomi said.

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Write for Democracy & Justice- 20 FEB-8 March (World Social Justice Day – International Women Day)

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In a recent move , Save Sharmila Solidarity Campaign started an initiative named Write for Democracy and Justice. Under this initiative people can send their Articles and Stories to SSSC and selected articles and stories will get published in e-book of SSSC. In the initiative, Articles are invited from Public and will be based on theme AFSPA/ Irom Sharmila whereas Stories are invited specially by people from NE states and J&K where they can send stories of their experience due to AFSPA.

Save Sharmila Solidarity Campaign, in its press statement told “We already organized a succesful 12 article series event during 24 Oct to 5 Nov where we published one article each day to reflect one year of fast of Irom Sharmila. By the writing of views, people get involved with the cause and becme able to understand and to support the cause. This time, we are organizing this from World Social Justice Day to International Women Day.”

Write for Democracy & Justice- 20 FEB-8 March

Selected articles will be part of a coming e book that will be launched by Save Sharmila Solidarity Campaign. Youths must send their views and experiences as they have to play an important role in future of our society.

We, at SSSC hope that the articles and stories will be our collective voice against the ignorance and undemocratic behavior of our government. At the time when we are part of member country that signed on resolution for observing World Social Justice Day, we feel that we must tell and demand our government for equality of law for everyone.

We invite everyone to write for the cause and to make our democracy stronger and people’s democracy in real sense.

For Any query, write us at savesharmila@gmail.com
Contact: 9958907799, 9999916556

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Volunteers of ”SAVE SHARMILA SOLIDARITY CAMPAIGN”
(A joint initiative of various organizations & movements)

We welcome your participation/suggestion/feedbacks. We work in favor of Peace, Democracy, Non Violence, Human Rights.

Our demands with Govt of India:
To take positive steps of talk
To send all party delegation
To send members of NWC,NHRC
To send special team of doctors from New delhi to examine Irom’s health

NON VIOLENCE SHOULD NOT BE IGNORED.

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Popular Front Day observed in Manipur – TwoCircles.net

Popular Front Day observed in ManipurTwoCircles.netImphal: Like in many other parts of India, Popular Front of India (PFI), Manipur State, also observed Popular Front Day on February 17, 2013. The observance function was organized at Irong Salam Achoub…

Popular Front Day observed in Manipur
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RTI issue of Manipur hogs limelight in National Convention – E-Pao.net

RTI issue of Manipur hogs limelight in National ConventionE-Pao.netImphal, February 17, 2013: The issue related to the failure of the Government of Manipur to implement the Right to Information Act in the State has been highlighted in the 4th National …

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Govt. committed to protect women : CM

The CM. O. Ibobi said, if woman are well educated, they can be included in decision making bodies.
The Congress thinks seriously about domestic violence, rape case against women. The government is making various laws to protect the women.
He was inaugurating a one day womens’ convention and awareness programme on social issues organized by Manipur Pradesh youth congress at Pukchaopat community hall Kongpal Chanam Leikai today.
Reacting to the statement of Th. Chaoba president BJP the C.M said, the Congress party does not decide the number of days of Assembly session. An advisory committee including all representatives of political parties in assembly decide the number of days.
The ensuing sessions will not discuss main budget. It will pass necessary amount for three or four months for the financial year. It will not be a full budget session as we do not know the plan size he said .
The Dy. C.M. Shri Gaikhangam said, the function is held in order to increase women empowerment and taking part in the decision making bodies.

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Justice Katju criticises Jaitley, demands he should quit politics

New Delhi, Feb.17 (ANI): Expressing anger over senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Arun Jaitley’s statement that Justice Katju was targeting only the non- Congress governments, Chairman of the Press Council of India (PCI), Justice (Retired) Markandey Katju on Sunday said that the former must quit politics as he is unfit for it.
In an article posted on the BJP official website, Jaitley has written that Justice Katju’s attacks on non-Congress state governments seem like ‘a thanksgiving to those who gave him a post-retirement job.’
Demanding Katju’s resignation as PCI Chairman, Jaitley said that he appears to be more Congress than the Congress party itself.
Reacting to Jaitley’s charges, Justice Katju said: “Jaitley should resign from his post and quit politics, he is not cut out for politics. He has totally twisted the facts and accused me of not criticising Congress governments, which is not true.”
“I have criticised congress governments also, I had criticised the Maharashtra Government and written a letter to the Chief Minister after the arrest of the girl, who has written something on Facebook. I had criticised the Himachal Government also. But, he has overlooked everything,” said Katju.
“If Jaitley want to go on such a low level, it is his choice, but he must quit politics for the sake of the nation,” he added.
“Dignified comment is alien to Katju. His attacks on non-Congress governments whether in West Bengal, Bihar or Gujarat seem more in the nature of thanks-giving to those who provided him with a post retirement job,” Jaitley wrote in his article.
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Trade Union calls bandh on 20, 21

IMPHAL, Feb 17 NNN: Lok Sabha MP and secretary of All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) Mr Gurudas Dasgupta has called upon the people to start countering the UPA’s economic policy which has given tremendous hardship to the common people.
Addressing a meeting in Imphal today in connection with the 48 hours nation-wide bandh on February 20 and 21 against the price rise, Dasgupta said the bandh has been called as the common people could no longer bear continuous price rise of essential commodities in the country.
According to the AITUC leader, several organisations have decided to impose the bandh country-wide to send a serious signal that common people are dying due to constant sky-rocketing of commodities.
The Lok Sabha MP billed the proposed nation-wide bandh as ‘historic’ saying it is a common people’s movement against ‘anti-people policies of the UPA government such as the neo-liberalisation. Guru Dasgupta also said that the UPA government policies are helping the foreign companies and thereby the small time business community in India are finding it difficult to make both ends meet today. “Big companies of both foreign and India are the owners of the country today and not the Indians anymore,” lamented Gurudas Gupta.
The AITUC leader then pointed out the instances such as the 2G scam, the chopper scam and said, “The common wealth of the country today has become the coffer of the people in power.” He said that foreign companies are playing monopolies in India and that the Indians are at the receiving end. ‘This is because of the anti-people policies of the UPA government,” accused the AITUC leader. “We have to fight for right to live and to bring a change in the country,” he asserted adding, “The citizens of India have right to vote but not the right to live.”
Gurudas Dasgupta then said the AITUC supports the people’s movement against the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA). “We will support your movement to remove AFSPA for a better life,” Gurudas Dasgupta assured.
Meanwhile, Women Working Forum, Manipur took out a rally in Imphal today as part of the AITUC protest.
The Forum demanded for the reviewing of the order of Anganwadi workers and helpers. It also demanded to look into the minimum wage issue on Anganwadi workers.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/trade-union-calls-bandh-on-20-21/

Seventh Mega marathon organized

Mega Marathon participants waiting to start the race.

IMPHAL, Feb 17: The 7th edition of the Mega Marathon was organised today by the United People’s Front (UPF) participated by over 20,000 runners in Imphal.
The education minister M. Okendro said, besides sports ,art and culture which identifies Manipur in the world, the present govt is trying not to depend food grains and others on other states. To have a good society, a nation should be healthy. Let us unite for a peaceful society.
He was speaking as chief guest at the reception of those athletes who had completed seventh mega marathon organized by united people’s Front at Khuman Lampak today.
People from Manipur, Nagaland, Assam, Karnataka and Bihar conglomerated at Imphal’s Khuman Lampak Main Stadium this morning ar around 8 am for the event where Manipur deputy chief minister Gaikhangam flagged off.
The event was sponsored by Aircel under the theme, “Run for your nation, Run the Mega Marathon.
The runners covered around 22 kilometres in the streets of Imphal.
In the men’s category, 25 years old Thounaojam Sanjit Luwang of Yairipok Bishnu Naha (Manipur), s/o Ibohal Luwang secured the first position. He is also the winner of the 2009, 2011 and 2012 editions.
He completed covered the distance today in 1 hour, 4 minutes and 49 secionds. Md Abid, 24, s/o Md Saras Ahmad secured the second position. He hails from Lilong Heinaomakhong (Manipur).
Md Abid took 1 hour, 5 minutes and 19 seconds.
The third winner is from Nagaland’s Tuensang district. His name is Pache Khiam (21) s/o Sekou. He took 1 hour, 5 minutes and 21 seconds.
In the women category, Sagolsem Premila (28), d/o S Yaima of Yairipok Kekru (Manipur) secured the first position. She took 1 hour, 24 minutes and 14 seconds to cover the distance.
Waheeda of Lilong Turel Ahanbi (Manipur) secured the second position while Meena Rasi secured the third position.
Meanwhile, in both the categories, Rs 30,000 each was given to the first position holders, Rs 20,000 each to the second position holders while Rs 15,000 each was given to the third position holders.
In addition to this, proprietor of Modern Furniture, Imphal awarded each one of the 6 position holders with Rs 5,000.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/seventh-mega-marathon-organized/

Arunachal Guv says China, Pakistan should not take India’s ‘patience’ as its ‘weakness’

By Ravinder Singh Robin
Amritsar, Feb. 17 (ANI): Former Army Chief and Arunachal Pradesh Governor, General (Retired) J. J. Singh on Sunday said though war is not likely with China in the near future, India must keep modernizing and strengthening its defence mechanism as it would be a ‘formidable deterrent’.
General Singh said China and Pakistan must also understand that ‘patience’ of India is not its ‘weakness’ and it is capable of defending its borders.
He said Buddhism, the ‘religion of peace’ travelled from India to China and there exists ample opportunity for India and China to resolve border issues peacefully but India must stay prepared for any eventuality.
General Singh said this while talking to mediapersons during 107th annual convocation of historic Khalsa College Amritsar (KCA) here.
He handed over 450 degrees to the students in the presence of Chander Gaind, secretary, Higher Education, Punjab, Khalsa College Governing Council (KCGC) president Satyajit Singh Majithia, vice- president Charanjit Singh Chadha and honourary secretary Rajinder Mohan Singh Chhina.
He said India must take up development of border areas, update intelligence network to deal with neighbours including China and Pakistan.
He said the present century belongs to Asia and China and India must work together as most powerful nations of this continent.
“We have shared history of peaceful co-existence despite border tensions in 1960s. There are ample opportunities that pending issues are resolved peacefully,” said Singh.
Quoting that ‘strength begets respect’ he however said that the ongoing modernization of Indian defence forces must continue with full vigour.
During his inspirational Convocation address, he stressed on modernization of education and female literacy.
“If we teach girls they would be educated mothers and create an aware society to the benefit of mankind,” he said as young students broke into applause.
He also expressed concern over rising trend of drugs addiction in Punjab, especially in border areas and sought corrective measures from Government and society itself through awareness regarding the menace.
The Governor also sought educational exchange programs of Khalsa College and Guru Nanak Dev University with Arunachal Pradesh.
He was earlier welcomed by Majithia, Chadha and Chhina and KCA Principal Daljit Singh on his arrival at the function.
Gaind, who addressed students, also highlighted the programs of Punjab Government and how students must adopt professional approach in life.
He said the lessons that the students have learnt would go a long way in making there succeed in life.
Earlier, General Singh was so overwhelmed on seeing the grand college building and said that if he had the option to be born again, he would like to study at prestigious Khalsa College Amritsar.
Majithia said that the nation was proud on the ability of General Singh who was the first Sikh General of Independent India and an inspiration for the youth.
Daljit Singh read out annual progress report of the college highlighting achievements in academics, extra-curricular activities and sports.
The outstanding students were given gold medals and merit certificates.
Chhina later said in his vote of thanks that the students were lucky to have received degrees from a highly decorated soldier who rose to the pinnacle of glory in his career from humble beginning.
KCA also honoured Chhina and Santokh Singh for their contributions to the KCGC and society at large.
KCGC additional honourary secretary S.S. Kathunangal, joint secretaries Ajmer Sigh Heir, S.S. Abdal, SS Mannan, Nirmal Singh, Harminder Singh, Rajbir Singh, Principal, Khalsa College of Education J.S. Dhillon, Khalsa College of Engineering and Technology, Amarpal Singh, Principal, Khalsa College of Education (Ranjit Avenue) Surinderpal Kaur Dhillon, Principal, Khalsa College Chawinda Devi, Baljinder Singh Singh were also present on the occasion.

Nagaland waits for HM’s visit

DIMAPUR, Feb 17 NNN: The focus is now on the visit of Union Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde to Nagaland on Monday (February 18).
When the Nagas were eagerly waiting for the Prime Minister’s visit on February 8, they were disappointed by the cancellation of the VVIP visit to Nagaland.
The curiosity to hear something on the Naga peace talk from someone like the Prime Minister or from the Union Home minister has been the sole reason why the people in Nagaland are waiting for the VVIPs.
The proposed visit of Sushil Kumar Shinde to Nagaland is significant. The Union Home minister had stated few months ago settlement to the vexed Naga political issue would be brought about by March, 2013. Given this background, Sushil Kumar Shinde’s comment on the Naga peace talks when he lands in Nagaland will create ripples, be it negative or positive.
Meanwhile, according to the reports, the Union Home minister will address an election campaign rally in the Manipur-Nagaland border village Khuzama on Monday. Sushil Kumar Shinde has also planned to address another election campaign rally at Jalukie town of Peren district.
Congress party president Sonia Gandhi had visited Nagaland on February 7 but did not give any hint on the probable time frame to ink the settlement paper on Naga issue except the “as soon as possible.”
Later, few days ago AICC vice president Rahul Gandhi came to Nagaland and only assured to help solve the vexed Naga issue.
Both the mother-son duo of the Congress party “high command” harped more on the development aspects for Nagaland. The senior Gandhi wrapped up her visit to Mokokchung and Dimapur in a one-day event by hurling serious allegations on corruption on the Naga People’s Front led Nagaland government.

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Nagaland election

The crowd that turned up to hear Congress President Sonia Gandhi and Vice President Rahul Gandhi as they rendered speeches for February 23 assembly elections plus the claim made by leaders of the party, of Congress becoming the single largest in 60 member house of Nagaland assembly, emboldens the belief of the common men, Congress may return to power in Nagaland. Moreover 10 years rule by NPF led Government could do nothing meaningful for development of the state. During the same period the other states in NE region particularly Manipur had seen addition of too many infrastructural development. Prestigious capitol project had come up. Massive construction at Khwairamband bazaar took place during the same period. Then there is city convention hall. All these heart throbbing. Then if one visits the district head quarters one will notice the change that had taken place. Nagaland Government forgot its prime duty and waited for the change that it felt would be brought by the peace talk in the same manner lazy men waiting for the fruit to fall in their mouth. But the inconclusive peace talk was extended further. It will continue to be extended again and again for certain demands made by extremists are untenable. Manipur will remain intact no matter whether NSCN demand expansion of territory. Nor the demand for implementation of 6th schedule in Manipur be met. Keeping all these things in view the possibility of NPF returning to power will be next to impossible. NPF’s 10 year rule had exposed the inability of the party to do anything for the betterment of Nagas in Nagaland. Forgetting the prime duty of developing Nagaland it attempted to venture into other neighbouring states’ politics. But it ended like a faux pas without yielding the desired result, it expected. It got only four seats in Manipur. That shows Nagas in Manipur want to lead a peaceful life. A handful of leaders are attempting to hijack the opinion of the masses by playing with people’s emotion. There is a saying you can befool a few people for some time but you cannot befool all people for all time. Realisation has dawned in the minds of the highlanders. They will not go for NPF. After all where lies the need for another homeland for Manipuri Nagas when they are living peacefully in a state, which has seen the return of peace. It will not be a surprise when Congress party sweeps Nagaland poll as the party did it in Manipur. Every party hoped of getting double figure in Manipur election. What happened stands out as a testimony to the people’s belief. Manipur people want the development to come fast so they went for Congress party. Nagaland too will see the change after ousting NPF from power. Moreover existence of NPF is disturbing to the peaceful coexistence of all people in the neighbouring states including Manipur. Rio even called Manipur CM number one villain of Nagas. He hoped by locking in verbal duel with Manipuris the unity of Nagas would be established. Hostile country does that when there is unrest in their own country. Neiphieu Rio has seen the door of exit. Better days are ahead.

Read more / Original news source: http://manipur-mail.com/nagaland-election/

Different taste of Kankal

Giving a different taste to the audience, artistes of Khenjonglang performed Kankal Skeleton , a play based on Rabindranath Tagore’s short story of the same name, at its theatre complex located atop Keirao Awaching in Imphal East district on February …

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Sanjit, Premila retain Mega Marathon Manipur titles

Th Sanjit Luwang and S premila Devi respectively retained the men’s and women’s titles of the Mega Marathon Manipur organised by United Peoples’ Front under the aegis of Athletic Association of Manipur AAM Source The Sangai Express

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HC prohibits clearance of phumdihuts

Gauhati High Court has sanctioned orders prohibiting clearance of phumdi huts from Loktak Lake as against the threat of LDA, informed All Loktak Lake Area Fishermen Union Source Hueiyen News Service

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