January 2015 – Page 10

No security lapses: Gaikhangam

IMPHAL, Jan 27: There is no security lapses in the State, deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam said while flagging off a team of the Zeliangrong Youth Front (Assam, Nagaland and Manipur)

IMPHAL, Jan 27: There is no security lapses in the State, deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam said while flagging off a team of the Zeliangrong Youth Front (Assam, Nagaland and Manipur) on a North East tour this morning.

The team was flagged off from in front of the Haipou Jadonang Park near Keishampat.

He said the 35 delegates of the youth front will take the message of love, unity and understanding among the Zeliangrong communities spread across the North Eastern States of the Country.

The tour will visit Assam, Nagaland, Tripura, Mizoram and Meghalaya.

Replying to a media query, the deputy Chief Minister who also holds the Home portfolio said there is no security lapses in the public security system of the State although several explosions had occurred amidst the tight security measures undertaken ahead of the 66th Republic Day Celebration.

He said the explosions which occurred around the State were just reminders from the armed groups operating in the State about their existence.

So far there have been no human casualty and al such explosions have been found planted outside of busy areas, he observed.

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Manipur`s high and mighty shun At Home tea after R-Day

IMPHAL, Jan 27: The absence of the State Governor, Dr. K.K.Paul at the Republic Day parade in Imphal and sparse attendance at the show apart, a lot of dignitaries also

IMPHAL, Jan 27: The absence of the State Governor, Dr. K.K.Paul at the Republic Day parade in Imphal and sparse attendance at the show apart, a lot of dignitaries also missed out the At Home party at the Raj Bhawan in the afternoon of the same day. The GAD or the Deputy Commissioner`s Office however termed it as Reception. The party was hosted by the Hon`ble Chief Minister of Manipur O.Ibobi Singh and his better half, O.Landhoni Devi at Raj Bhavan, Imphal.

There were a lot of important absentees. To start with O.Landhoni Devi herself did not turn up. Perhaps social obligations took precedence over constitutional niceties for the day was marked with numerous weddings across the State. But more important was the fact that the Army brass of the 57th Mountain Division and the BSF and CRPF top brass which are normally seen when the Governor was hosting the At Homes were conspicuous by their absence. Only the Inspector General of the Assam Rifles was seen around.

However there were more prominent and politically important personalities who did not showed up. The list can start with Education Minister Moirangthem Okendro, followed by Govindas Konthoujam Industries Minister and Phunzathang Tonsing Health Minister. The face of the youth in Ibobi`s government Md.Abdul Nasir Agricultural Minister was also not there and so was the lone lady in the Council of Ministers Kum.AK Mirabai Devi.

The Hon`ble Speaker Shri Th.Lokeshwor Singh was also an important absentee both in the morning parade as well as at the Reception. in the afternoon. Ninglun Victor of the NPF and the Deputy Speaker Preshaw Shimray were to be seen.

None of the known dissident MLAs saved for Kshetrimayum Biren were also present. These includes Y.Surchandra ,N.Biren and K.Ranjit.

KTC new building inaugurated

KANGPOKPI, Jan. 27: The New office building of Kangpokpi Town Committee constructed under 13 Finance Commission by Sadar Hills Autonomous District Council has been inaugurated in a simple function held

Haokholal Hangshing, chairman, ADC Sadar Hills, who attended the function as chief guest inaugurated the newly constructed KTC office building in the presence of Seikhosat Hangshing, executive member (Adm.&Town), ADC Sadar Hills and Haokholen Guite, local MDC.

Kuki Inpi Sadar Hills, Kuki Inpi Gunhom Lhang, Kangpokpi Town Committee members, Kangpokpi Women Welfare Organization and Kangpokpi Youth Union also attended the function.

The inaugurated KTC Office building has been dedicated by Rev. Tongjam Haokip, chairman, Kangpokpi Town Churches Fellowship.

Speaking at the simple function Haokholal Hangshing said that the office building was constructed under 13 Finance Commission before lauding all who are involved the successful construction and inauguration of the same.

He urged the Town Committee in particular and the general public to utilize the building to bring peaceful environment and transparent administration in the town.

Chonkam Kipgen, president Kangpokpi Town Committee while lauding the ADC Sadar Hills chairman and his colleagues for constructing the building presented a traditional shawl to the chairman and EM of the town in-charge as a token of gratitude.

He also expressed gratitude to the two contractors Helen and Mangminhao for their good quality maintenance in the construction work.

Kuki Inpi, Sadar Hills secretary, Kuki Inpi Gunhom Lhang president and other leaders also spoke on the function.

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Govindas reveals plans to introduce handloom products as school uniforms

IMPHAL, January 27: The State government has plans to soon introduce State handloom products as uniforms of school students and its employees, Commerce and Industries minister Govindas Konthoujam said while

The meet was held at the Ningthoukhong Kha Maning Leikai Indoor Stadium organised jointly by the directorate of Commerce and Industries and the Manipur Apex Handloom Weaver and Handicraft Artisan Co-operation Society.

Govindas said the State Education minister will himself announce the introduction of the handloom products as school uniforms.

Stating that similar meets will also be organised in the other districts soon, he said the meet has been organised to help weavers, designers and artisans of Manipuri handloom increase their income.

State artisans have been producing unique designs which are very much popular both in and outside the State, he said.

Imitations of several patterns and designs which are unique to the State like the temple design (Moirang Phee) have been found sold in markets of several other States, the minister lamented.

Owing to such imitations, three patterns the Saphee Lanphee, Moirang Phee and Wangkhei Phee had got Geographical Indication registration from the ministry of Textile, Government of India, the minister said declaring that anyone trying to copy the patterns would have to take prior permission from the State Directorate of Commerce and Industry now.

The directorate is also trying to process the GI registration of the Mapan Naiba, Potloi, Khamenchatpa and Kouna products from the central ministry, Govindas continued.

The Integrated Handlooms Development Scheme (IHDS) was introduced in 2007-08 under the Ministry of Textile and Handloom and the State received sanction for creation of 54 handloom clusters during 2013-14, he continued.

The State is also seeking sanction for 51 handloom clusters for 2014-15 from the ministry, he said.

The minister also said that the department of Commerce and Industries has collaborated with the NIC to monitor every cluster development in all districts by nominating Cluster Development Executive.

Every cluster has to upload the details of their work done every week on the website of the directorate through the Geo Information System, he said.

He said he will also look into the development of sericulture in the State.

Today function was also attended by Nambol MLA, N Loken, Kumbi MLA S Bira and Commerce and Industries director B John Tlantinkhuma as president and guests of honour, respectively.

RPF claims hand in series of bomb blasts

IMPHAL, January 27: The proscribed Revolutionary People`™s Front (RPF) has claimed in press statement signed by its secretary publicity Roben Khuman the outfit is responsible for the series of bomb

IMPHAL, January 27: The proscribed Revolutionary People`™s Front (RPF) has claimed in press statement signed by its secretary publicity Roben Khuman the outfit is responsible for the series of bomb blasts triggered in the State during the period of January 20 to 26.

The explosions were triggered as part of the boycott announced against the celebration of India`™s Republic Day in WESEA by CorCom, Kamatapur Liberation Organization, National Democratic Front of Boroland (S) and United Liberation Front of Asom (I), it said.

In its statement RPF has claimed its hand in the blast occurred on January 20 at 8 am at near Khurai Lamlong Thongkhong; the blast on Jan 21 at 11 am at Nagamapal Singjubung Leirak near Crematorium Complex; the blast on Jan 22 at 6 am at near the gate of 27 Sector Assam Rifles camp, Torbung Bangla under Churachandpur police station.

Further, it has claimed its hand in the blast that occurred on January 23 at 4:30 pm at Nambul River bank opposite Keisamthong Laisom Leirak; on January 24 at 7:30 am at Nambul River bank opposite Sagolband Meino Leirak and at 10 am of the same day at near Yaiskul Firing Range ground at Imphal River bank; again on January at 9:30 am at Keisamthong Moirang Ningthou Leirak Nambul River bank.

Furthermore, it has claimed its hand in the blast that occurred on January 26 at 7 am at Khuyathong Pukhri Achouba near crematorium and Yaiskul Hicham Yaichampat Imphal River bank and also at 8:30 am at Hapta Golapati Imphal River bank under Porompat Police Station.

It also claimed the blast at 9 am at KR Lane Imphal River bank and Wangjing Purana Heitup Pokpi Mamang Leirak paddy field under Thoubal Police Station and Bishnupur DC office.

The statement also claimed that ULFA (I) and RPF jointly planned two bomb blasts at two different places in Digboi Town in Tinsukia District of Assam.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/01/rpf-claims-hand-in-series-of-bomb-blasts/

Six IED explosions mark R-Day celebration in State

IMPHAL, January 27: Altogether six powerful Improvised Explosive Devices exploded on the Repyblic day in different places of the State including an explosion just about 100 metre far from the

IMPHAL, January 27: Altogether six powerful Improvised Explosive Devices exploded on the Repyblic day in different places of the State including an explosion just about 100 metre far from the venue of the State function at 1st Manipur Rifles parade ground.

However, no casualties were reported during the multiple blasts.

The first explosion was reported around 7 am on the Imphal River bank near Moirangkhom Hicham Yaichampat about hundred metres away from the 1st MR parade ground, the starting point of the Republic day parade. Seconds after the first explosion, another IED exploded at Khoyathong Pukhri Achouba Mapan.

The two explosions were reported before the commencement of the Republic day parade.

Meanwhile, two powerful explosions were reported during the Republic day parade around 8.30 am at the Imphal river bank near KR Lane and 9.10 at Golapati.

On the other hand, both Thoubal and Bishnupur districts also reported one each IED explosions on the same day.

The first explosion was reported around 9.05 am at Wangjing Purana Heitupokpi Mamang Leikai under the jurisdiction of Thoubal Police station while the second IED was exploded 9.30 am at Loukoipat junction under Bishnupur police station.

LIPUL bandh illegitimate, Lilong body declares

IMPHAL, January 27: The bandh imposed by the Lilong Political Unified Link (LIPUL) on January 23 to January 25 leading to the death of a teenage boy and injuring several

IMPHAL, January 27: The bandh imposed by the Lilong Political Unified Link (LIPUL) on January 23 to January 25 leading to the death of a teenage boy and injuring several others was illegitimate, the Lilong United Political Forum (LUPF) declared today.

Speaking to media persons during a press conference held at Manipur Press Club, LUPF advisor Dr Abdul Salam said LIPUL has been boycotted from the Lilong area forever.

He demanded a white paper on the understanding brought between the government and LIPUL which led to the suspension of the agitation.

Salam said the people of Lilong are raising questions on whether LIPUL`™s agitation was politically influence.

He further said the LIPUL has failed to acknowledge the step initiated by the local MLA, Abdul Nasir, who had relentlessly done his best with regards to the demand of widening the road.

He alleged that the particular bandh has caused huge inconveniences and loss to the people and that no relaxation was given to anybody during the bandh.

It was unfortunate to learn that LIPUL has failed to render any help physically or mentally to the families of the deceased minor and injured persons who had supported the bandh, and added that the agitation is opposed by the people of Lilong.

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Village chiefs from hill districts presented shawls during beating retreat ceremony

IMPHAL, January 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh presented blankets to 12 selected village chiefs from the five hill districts including two from Sadar Hills during the beating the retreat

IMPHAL, January 27: Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh presented blankets to 12 selected village chiefs from the five hill districts including two from Sadar Hills during the beating the retreat ceremony today at the 1st Manipur Rifles ground.

The Chief Minister also distributed prizes to the winners of the Republic Day march past parade.

In the uniformed category, the Manipur Jail contingent bagged the first position, the Civil Police Imphal West (Female) contingent came second and the BSF Manipur bagged the third position.

Among the NCC groups, Sainik School, Imphal secured the first position, NCC senior Air Wing came in second with the 11th Manipur Battalion NCC Senior Boys coming in the third position.

The National Sports Academy (NSA) boys and girls begged the first and second spots respectively in the school category with Ananda Singh Higher Secondary Academy and Ibotonsana Girls Higher Secondary School sharing the third spot.

The GP Women`™s College team begged the first position in the college category, while the DM College of Arts (girls) came in the second position while the contingents of DM College of Science (boys) and Imphal College shared the third position.

The Pipe Band of the 40 Assam Rifles of 9 Sect AR of Hq IGAR (S) came in first in the Bands category, while 2nd Manipur Rifles and the MPTC contingents shared the second position. The band of the Forest department begged the third position in the category.

The IFCD department tableau was adjudged the best tableau with the National Rural health Mission display bagging the second spot while the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj tableau and Sarva Siksha Abhiyan tableau sharing the third spot.

The Manipur State Aids Control Society, MACS bagged the first position for the best gate, while the Commerce and Industries department bagged the second spot. The Forest department bagged the third position.

For the cultural presentation, the Khuringmul Cultural Dance Troupe, Chandel bagged the first position, the Star Musical Centre, Khurai came in second while, the dance troupe from Ukhrul, Sikhai Khullen Dance Troupe came in third.

Meanwhile, special prizes were also presented to the chief engineer (PWD) Manipur, chief engineer (PHED), chief engineer (IFCD), commandant 1st Battalion Manipur Rifles, managing director Manipur State Power Distribution Company Limited, MSPDCL, secretary All Manipur Band Parties Association, 9th Indian Reserve Battalion (Mahila) Band, PG Singsit CO 8th Indian Reserve Battalion, Wheel Chair Platoon (differently able person), ex-servicemen contingent and president of the All Manipur Women`™s and Girls Arts and State Committee.

The department of Tribal Affairs and Hills Manipur also presented Rs 20000 each to the cultural troupes participating in the 66th Republic Day celebration.

Meanwhile, a combination band including the Manipur Female Police Band, Manipur Police Band and the Assam Rifles Band also displayed a band performance during today`™s ceremony.

Another highlight of the day was a dance troupe competition which was participated by one each troupes from each of the districts of the State and one from Sadar Hills.

The troupes are M Ningthoupham Cultural Dance Troop from Senapati, Institute of Contemporary Art, Thoubal, Khoirok Cultural Troop of Khoirok Village, Sadar Hills; Chingu Thangjing Women`™s Cultural Artists Association, Bishnupur; Khuringmul Tarao Dance Troop, Chandel; Sri Sri Radha Govindo Seva Dol, Imphal West; Mandeu Youth Club, Tamenglong; Star Musical Centre, Imphal East; Kom Cultural Dance and Research Centre, Churachanpur and Sihai Khullen Dance Troop, Ukhrul.

The Imphal West troupe bagged the first position, Kom Cultural Dance and Research Centre bagged the second position while the Sihai Khullen Dance Troupe bagged the third position.

The first, second and third position holders were awarded with Rs 25000, Rs 20000 and Rs 15000 with mementos.

Today`™s beating the retreat ceremony was also attended by deputy Chief Minister, ministers and higher ranking officials of the State.

Doctors and Engineers

Through the decades, two of the most sought after and therefore prestigious jobs in Manipur have been the medical and the engineering professions. In a state where the private sector

Through the decades, two of the most sought after and therefore prestigious jobs in Manipur have been the medical and the engineering professions. In a state where the private sector has been in a state of arrested development, these two formed the cream of all government jobs, except perhaps the Indian Civil Services, but this service is not only difficult to get into but also extremely limited in the number of intakes each year. Given the quality of education imparted in the state especially at the higher levels, this service has been virtually out of reach of most job seekers in the state. The teaching profession itself is also gaining stature in the last one or two decades, thanks to changes in policy priorities of the Government of India, but only in terms of a quantum rise of salaries of those in the profession, but hardly in the quality of services delivered, at least so far. This profession is again another subject deserving closer attention. Starting from the early years of Indian independence till about the time Manipur became a full-fledged state of the Indian Union, Manipur`™s institutes of higher learning could boast of awesome alumni, having produced some of the tallest personalities and leaders of not just Manipur, but many other Northeast states as well. Today these institutions have forsaken this priceless reputation of being the nursery of intellectuals and leaders.
Returning then to the two professions of doctors and engineers, it must be said they have always attracted the most talented students, making sure they had tremendous potential to not only grow in clout, but also spread their influences wide, touching the lives of many if not most in the state. To a very good extent they have indeed been living up to this expectation, however, today the natures of their contributions are becoming starkly different. While the medical profession, besides being an excellent job under the government`™s umbrage, has also become an autonomous enterprise, throwing up competitions within the profession to nudge each other to the pinnacles of excellence, engineering has by comparison stagnated and not grown beyond the status of a good, steady job, and for the unscrupulous, a lucrative one as well, playing along in the now infamous contractor-politician-bureaucrat nexus looting the public exchequer. Corruption however is endemic and all pervasive and it would be unfair to ridicule any particular profession alone of this scourge. Doctors and engineers are however interesting from another point of view as well.

The two are first of all vitally important for any developing economy such as ours, but they are increasingly becoming a study in contrast in Manipur. The evidences are visible everywhere. In the health sector, specialists and super specialists are coming to be an ever expanding tribe of professionals. Quality of health services too have improved considerably. In business terms, the sector is rapidly growing, with perhaps only school education as the only other sector to compete it in terms of expansion in the entrepreneurial sense. There is still a lot more for the health sector to achieve but nobody will dispute, change and growth, especially in the last few decades, have marked this sector. Compare this with the engineering sector, which is still exclusively a government enterprise. Engineers no doubt continue to grow in personal wealth, but not the quality of public infrastructures they create. As for instance, a few eucalyptus trees along our roads can warp our roads grotesquely and dangerously, and this is happening at a time when engineers elsewhere are continually coming up with impossible marvels and wonders to beat elemental adversities. How come our engineers have still not found a solution to the eucalyptus problem? Our drainage systems do not work, road tarmacs are incapable of lasting out a monsoon, water logging in Imphal has become a perennial problem, the technologies that go into our bridges and culverts have seen virtually no development since WWII, there has been little grand or innovative about the new public buildings that have come up, our cities continue to grow with little evidence of plan or foresight… and the list can go on. It does seem somewhere down the line our engineers voluntarily ceased to be engineers and preferred to be managers, or else play second fiddle to administrators. For our own sake and theirs, we hope something changes soon.

Leader Writer: Pradip Phanjoubam

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State celebrates Republic Day amidst militant boycott call

IMPHAL, January 27: As celebrated in other parts of the country, Manipur also celebrated the 66th Republic day , with Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh as the chief guest, amidst

IMPHAL, January 27: As celebrated in other parts of the country, Manipur also celebrated the 66th Republic day , with Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh as the chief guest, amidst the boycott call from militant groups.

The main event was organised at the Kangla fort wherein Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh, unfurled the National Flag.

2nd IRB assistant commandant Lunzamung Tunglung led the guard of honour for Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh.

The Chief Minister further conferred the Police medal for gallantry, President`™s Police medal for distinguished service and police medal for meritorious service, to 20 individuals which included 12 police personnel, five jail officers and men, three Manipur fire service.

The main highlight of the celebration was a 120-contingent strong parade which included contingents of ex-servicemen, students, security personnel, band parties. 12 tableaus from different department also participated in the parade.

The parade was led by 8th IRB commanding officer PG Singsit as parade commander.

Concluding the celebration, deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam addressed the vote of thanks at the 1st MR parade ground, which was supposed to be delivered by the Chief Minister.

Recalling the day when India became a Republic in 1950, the Deputy Chief Minister said that today India has become one of the most powerful and respected nations in the world.

Subsequently, a substantial change has been brought in Manipur under the leadership of Chief Minister Okram Ibobi, he said elaborating further that the present government has successfully built a mini secretariats, sports complexes in each districts besides bringing a commendable change in education, health and PHED, irrigation etc.

Infrastructure developments like the State assembly, High Court of Manipur, Mini secretariat have caught the attention of the tourists, he continued.

Maintaining that more changes are imminent under the leadership of the present Chief Minister, he appealed to the public to extend full co-operation for the successful implementation of other projects.

Owing to the absence of a full-fledged Governor from the State, he said the Chief Minister had to receive the contingent salute of the Republic Day celebration at Kangla.

The celebration was also attended by the council of Ministers, MLAs, bureaucrats, top police officials.

Meanwhile, the day was also observed in all districts of the State.

According to a DIPR statement, Chandel district celebrated the Republic Day at Maha Union Higher Secondary School ground with deputy commissioner Ningthoujam Geoffrey as the chief guest.

Cultural programmes, march past parade and prize distribution ceremony mark the day.

The function was attended by village chiefs and officers of the district.

Tamenglong district celebrated the Republic Day at Mini Stadium, Lower ground with DC RH Gonmei, hoisting the national flag. Altogether 23 contingents, which includes civil police, Manipur Rifles, VDF, school and college students, took part in the March past, according to a DIPR statement.

Tamenglong SDPO H Zone Laikho was the parade commander.

JNV girls`™ contingent stood the first, 5th MR Unit School stood second and JNV boys`™ contingent stood third in the March past competition, the statement said.

Tamenglong District News Bulletin published by District Information Office, Tamenglong and a magazine `Orange Festival 2014`™ published by State Level Orange Festival Organizing Committee were distributed during the function, it said.

Senapati district celebrated the 66th Republic Day at Mini Stadium Ground, Senapati with deputy commissioner Jacintha Lazarus as the chief guest, according to the statement.

It said a contingent led by SDPO PS Daiho gave Guard of Honour to the DC on her arrival at the celebration.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC appreciated the civil society leaders and tribe leaders for maintaining tranquillity and said that this will bring progress and prosperity in the land, according to the statement.

She also said that the District Administration has been trying to deliver goods to the public without any discrimination and biasness and all these are attributed to the collective efforts being rendered by the SDOs, DLOs and their subordinate staffs, it said.

The DC also informed that Senapati district is selected as one of the pilot district to implement a scheme as `Beti Bachao, Beti Padao` which is basically targeting the girl child and to ensure that there is no discrimination and every girl gets equal right to life and education.

Thoubal district celebrated the 66th Republic Day at Basu Ground, Khangabok, Thoubal.

According to the DIPR statement deputy commissioner, T Ranjit Singh unfurled the National Flag and received the salute of an impressive march past of 54 contingents commanded by Yairipok SDPO Hemanta Singh.

The parade contingents included cultural troupes, police, home guards, NCC boys and girls and students from various schools in the district.

A cultural programme, meritorious awards distribution ceremony and display of band party by 2nd Bn Assam Rifles were among the highlights of the celebration.

The celebration was attended by a large number of people from the nearby villages, it said.

Our Ukhrul Correspondent adds: Ukhrul district administration celebrated the 66th Indian Republic Day peacefully with the deputy commissioner Hrisheekesh Modak taking the salute at Bakshi Ground, Hungpung from the colourful parade contingents.

Addressing at the ocassion, DC Modak while reminding the denizens of the district that the government has made a great stride towards development during the past 65 years of Republic India, has called upon each and everyone to come forward and work together with his administration to bring about peace, prosperity and development in the district.

He also stressed upon the need for improvement in the socio-economic conditions of the people of backward corners like Ukhrul district.

At the same time, DC also lauded the student contingents for taking part in the national event.

Altogether 26 March Past contingents including 15 from different schools took part in the celebration. Among which, Little Angels`™ English School Senior Girls emerged the winner, while Ukhrul Higher Secondary School Girls and Scholar Pakshimi Boys got second and third position respectively.

41 AR, Somsai also exhibited a colourful Band Party Display while AR Somsai School students presented a Choreography item. Moreover, Halang Youth Council and Hungpung villagers displayed grand traditional folk dances.

Meanwhile, a friendly football match was organized as part of the occasion where DC 11 defeated TNL 11 by scoring 7-4. T. Rocky, MPS, SDPO, Ukhrul was the parade commander. Ukhrul SP, SDO, CEO, CO, 41 AR, Somsai, Ukhrul Block headmen also attended the function.

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NE Celebrates Despite blasts in Assam, ManipurThe New Indian ExpressGUWAHATI: Militants triggered six low intensity blasts, four in Manipur and two in Assam, as the 66th Republic Day was celebrated with pomp and gaiety in the North East on Monday. Ther…

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Press Release “IROM SHARMILA MAKE BY INDIA CAMPAIGN”

OFFICE OF THE Manipur Students’ Association Delhi New Delhi Ref. No.: 20150126MSAD/PR

OFFICE OF THE

Manipur Students’ Association Delhi

New Delhi

Ref. No.: 20150126MSAD/PR Date:26/01/2015

IROM SHARMILA, MAKE BY INDIA CAMPAIGN

Press release

Human Rights Committee of Manipur Students’ Association Delhi launched one month campaign on “IROM SHARMILA, MAKE BY INDIA CAMPAIGN”. The campaign was commenced today(26th Jan.2015) at the University of Delhi and it will last till 28th of Feb, 2015.

The campaign aims to showcast the contradictory of India’s policy of “make in India” and discourse in the North East region especially Manipur. In the 65 years under Indian administration, the government shows no interest to promote productivity of Manipur. Once a self sustained Manipuri economy has now become completely dependent on the import economy based on National Highway. So far their only product is more Police personals, VDF(Village Defence Force) and Special Police Officers (SPO), which results in the brutality and oppression to the people. All the stake holders of the state, political parties and civil society members have silently endorse the politics of AFSPA and its practice.

Indian National Congress strongly opposed the British colonial law- Armed forces special powers ordinance 1942.The same INC passed the Armed Forces Special Power Act in 1958 in more brutal way after some amendment in the Parliament.
The BJP resolved that they will never repeal as long as India exist.
The regional political parties like Trinamool congress, AIADMK, DMK, BSP, Samajwadi, Janata Dal Parivar, BJD continue to support this draconian law. AAP has no difference on AFSPA.
Most of the Indian thinkers, scholars, personalities, journalists have chosen the conspiracy of silence. Majority of the Indian continue to ignore AFSPA. 95% of the Indian intelligentsia believes that India could not sustain without AFSPA.
Indian nationalism could not imagine India without AFSPA.
Most Gandians who believe in non-violence hates Irom Sharmila and people struggle.
Indian political ideology and political thoughts, arthasastrya, religious texts justify everything and anything to sustain in the name of politics and security of the state.
Casteist, sexist and racist mentality does not allow to sense the pain and trauma of the people under military regime, its politics and the practice of AFSPA.
India hopes to produce more economy, entrepreneurship, business and compete with other countries around the world to make India a producing economy and propose “Make in India” programme. But in the case of Manipur and other military controlled areas, it produces more police personals, Village Defence Force (VDF), Special Police Officers (SPO), which again produce more brutality and oppression to the people.
After the annexation of Manipur by Dominion of India, in the last 65 years, the once self sustained Manipuri economy has now become completely dependent on the import economy based on National Highway.
India makes Irom Sharmila who is now carrying the longest hunger strike in the history of mankind. She has been on fifteen years of fast against AFSPA.

Hence street corner meeting, area meeting, class mobilisation and online campaign will be the part of this campaign. MSAD appeal all the people of Manipur and students to support the campaign.

Sd/-

Secretary, Public Relations

Bipinchand Pheiroijam

CM inaugurates Kakching Community Centre building

IMPHAL, January 25: Chief Minister of Manipur, O. Ibobi Singh today inaugurated the newly constructed building of Kakching Community Centre constructed under Integrated Housing & Slum Development Program (IHSDP) Scheme of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewable Mission (JnNURM) at Kakching Sumak Leikai Ward No.12 in Thoubal.

Y. Surchandra Singh, MLA Kakching A/C; Md. Fajur Rahim, MLA Wabagai A/C; Ksh. Subadani Devi, Chairperson Kakching Municipal Council and Y. Nando Singh, Vice-Chairperson Kakching municipal council also graced the inaugural function as the functional president and guests of Honour respectively.

Delivering his chief guest speech, the Chief Minister terming public co-operation as the vital tool of the government while implementing developmental schemes, without which the government cannot implement any projects or schemes successfully, he added.

The government, even though has the power, cannot do anything against the people or deprived their rights, he said adding that what the government do, it is done for the welfare of the people.

The Chief Minister also assured to improve potable water supply, Electricity and Community Health Centre of Kakching at the earliest.

T. Ranjit Singh, DC Thoubal; Director MAHUD and top ranking Civil and Police officers also attended the inaugural function among others.

The Community Centre was constructed by Kakching Municipal Council at the estimated cost of 1.17 Crores out of which 29.61 Lakhs and 3.29 Lakhs was a share of Centre and State government under JnNURM while another 28.60 Lakhs and 56, 10642 were from MLA Local Area Development Fund and Additional grant of State Government. And the inaugurated centre consists of a multi purpose Hall, Creche room, Child Care Room, Health Care room, Society/Consulting room besides VIPs Latrine and Community Urinal