November 2013 – Page 66

Governor, CM greet on Kut festival

IMPHAL, October 31: Manipur Governor Dr Ashwani Kumar has greeted the people of the state especially those from the Kuki-Mizo-Chin community on the happy and joyous occasion of Kut 2013. In his message, the Governor said Kut, a post harvest … Continue reading →

IMPHAL, October 31: Manipur Governor Dr Ashwani Kumar has greeted the people of the state especially those from the Kuki-Mizo-Chin community on the happy and joyous occasion of Kut 2013.

In his message, the Governor said Kut, a post harvest festival of the people is a thanks giving to the Almighty for a generous harvest and the celebrations have now transcended the community to all the people of North East India.

Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh also conveyed his heartiest greetings to the people of Manipur particularly the Kuki-Mizo-Chin brethren on the joyous occasion of Kut festival.

In a statement, the CM said the spirit of Kut festival is all about sharing, understanding, harmonious co-existence, co-operation and merriment and expressed hope that the festival will spread the message of love, peace and brotherhood amongst all communities living in Manipur.

‘’On this auspicious occasion, let us join our hands together and work united to bring everlasting peace and prosperity in Manipur by resolving our differences and taking the path of non-violence,’’ the CM wished in his message.

Two non-local hawkers held for misbehaving with woman

IMPHAL, October 31: Local residents apprehended two non-local hawkers for misbehaving with a married woman today at Khurai Sajor Leikai under Porompat Police, Imphal East district. The accused have been identified as Ranjit Singh Sutu, 16, son of Jogendra Singh … Continue reading →

IMPHAL, October 31: Local residents apprehended two non-local hawkers for misbehaving with a married woman today at Khurai Sajor Leikai under Porompat Police, Imphal East district.

The accused have been identified as Ranjit Singh Sutu, 16, son of Jogendra Singh of Bishnor District of UP and Sandeep Singh, 25, of Dimapur.

A press meet held in this connection at the office of the Joint Committee on Inner Line Permit System (JCILPS) said that the incident occurred this morning around 10:20 am. The committee told media persons that the accused were handed over to the committee by the Khurai locality.

The committee revealed that the accused were selling Harbel products of a company based in Amrita Nagar Ghaat Kapoor, Mumbai Hotel.

Several bottles of herbal products, a 500 rupees counterfeit note, coins and mobile phones and several identity cards of different company were confiscated.

The accused forcibly tried to enter the residence of one Khurai Sajor Achom Leonoid, 29, son of A Gopal despite objections by his wife. Moreover, the accused were also reported to misbehave with Leonoid’s wife.

Poll Manifesto

IMPHAL, October 31: Members of the political team that visited Moreh in connection with the border dispute will urge the Central Election Manifesto Committee to accommodate their input on the welfare of the state in the preparation of the party … Continue reading →

The MPCC president continued that three points will be forwarded for inclusion in the manifesto, which is ensuring protection of national as-well-as international boundaries, development of connectivity in the state and to upgrade the National Sports Academy at par with the academy at Patiala.

The inspection reports of the controversial Indo-Myanmar fencing border by the delegation will be incorporated in the draft memorandum which is in the process of preparation and the state will urge the central government for inclusion before the Parliamentary election to the All India Congress Committee.

State Level Quiz, Essay and Debate Competition and Prize Distribution held

IMPHAL, October 31: The State Level Quiz, Essay and Debate Competition and Prize Distribution organized by Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA), Manipur was held today at Manipur Film Development Corporation (MFDC). It was graced by Education Minister M Okendro as … Continue reading →

It was graced by Education Minister M Okendro as chief guest; Addl Director Education (S) Ranjan Yumnam as president and Director Education (S) and State Project Director, SSA and RMSA H Deleep Singh as guest of honour.

Speaking on the occasion, M Okendro stated that it is an important to give proper foundation to students so that their inherited talents could be tapped and in doing so the role of their parents is also equally important.

He further said students should be encouraged and put them in variety of competition so as to provide them better platform.

Ranjan Yumnam asserted that students indulging in co-curricular activities are much needed to mould their talents in any of the field and that such competition needs wider publicity so that more students could take part in it.

In the essay competition, Christina Khundrakpam (Kendriya Vidyalaya), Rajkumar Babysana (Nirmalabas School) and Raeesa Lairenlakpam (Maria Montessori) bagged first, second and third position respectively while L Lucy Lhinghoikim Kom (Don Bosco Hr Sec, CCpur), J Peace (PP Christian English School, SPT) and Lhingkhonei (JNV CCpur) clinched first, second and third position respectively in the debate competition.

MPC conduct Heath awareness camp at karang Island

IMPHAL, October 31: Manipur Photography Club (MPC) has organized a health awareness camp at Karang Island at Moirang. The three-day photography trip to Karang Island in Thanga AC is a regular monthly event to capture the scenic beauty of Manipur … Continue reading →

IMPHAL, October 31: Manipur Photography Club (MPC) has organized a health awareness camp at Karang Island at Moirang.

The three-day photography trip to Karang Island in Thanga AC is a regular monthly event to capture the scenic beauty of Manipur for upgradation of the tourism potential enjoyed by the state.

The Karang Island trip was started from October 25 to 27, 2013 to cover the regular MPC events of capturing images of our beautiful places but a general health awareness camp was included as part of the trips. In the health camp MPC distributed thousands of medicine ranging from vitamin supplement, Iron supplement, cough syrup, Calcium tablet etc. to the villagers of Karang Island.

The MPC appreciated the warm hospitality offered by the villagers and CO of 6th Assam Rifles and post commander Assam Rifles at Karang for making the stay at Karang a secure one. It also thanked Sapam Pharmacy and Rishikanta of Indemic for providing medical supports.

Making Blast a Thing of the Past

Chief Minister O Ibobi reiterated the need for community participation in prevention of crime in the aftermath of the Moirangkhom bomb blast which had a saddening effect on many as three innocent lives were lost and many were injured. Here, it will be pertinent to seek some knowledge from the chief minister himself if there is an appropriate policy or programme in existence to address the nature of collaboration between civilians, CSOs and law enforcement agencies in preventing crime. Because, the chief minister’s hope of ensuring security in the state, or perhaps initially in the Imphal municipality areas where AFSPA had been somehow rendered toothless, or reducing the level of crime need the implementation and contribution from an efficient crime prevention programme. Apart from wishful thinking, the state must introduce a mechanism through which the people of Manipur will contribute in the management of their safety and consequently help in the reduction of crime in their neighbourhood. Such an arrangement
will prove handy not just in preventing highly organised attacks like the ongoing series of blasts but in reversing the upward trend of commonly occurring crimes like vehicle theft, arsons, rapes, homicides etc. Collaboration between the police and public cannot be relied alone on the blind hope of arbitrary approach from the latter in response to the circulation of relevant instructions and contact numbers during taxing times. Or, public raising the alarm from chance discoveries like in the case of Moidangpok blast, also happening on Wednesday.

At the same time, the government needs to start paying serious attention on overhauling the intelligence wing of the state police department. Granted, both the chief minister and Director General of Police have tactfully mentioned within a day of each other about forthcoming schemes for transformation of the severely impaired intelligence service to increase their worthiness, but then the ephemeral joy is overshadowed by skepticism stemming from the disconcerting reminder that similar promises were announced earlier but never executed.

Among other things the series of bomb blast this month have a seemingly taunting reverberation. Two of them were within hearing distance of City Police. The most devastating one was triggered within a one kilometer perimeter of important establishments that included the CM Bungalow, Police Headquarter, Imphal Police Station and 1st MR. While the administration brainstorms to curb attack at public places it might as well take up the issue of safeguarding important police installations.

Trinamool demands imposition of President’s rule in Manipur – Business Standard

Trinamool demands imposition of President's rule in ManipurBusiness StandardTrinamool Congress in Manipur has demanded imposition of President's rule in the state alleging 'failure' on part of the state government to protect the lives o…

Trinamool demands imposition of President's rule in Manipur
Business Standard
Trinamool Congress in Manipur has demanded imposition of President's rule in the state alleging 'failure' on part of the state government to protect the lives of innocent civilians. Talking to reporters here last evening, TMC's state unit president Kim …

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