Month: January 2015

IMPHAL, January 3: The Patriotic Writers Forum, Manipur quoted Dr. Chirom Rajketon, associate professor of Kha Manipur College, who spoke as a resource person on the commemoration of the 6th death anniversary of the late Arambam Saroj Nalini at the auditorium of the forum at around 1 pm today as saying that the late Arambam Saroj Nalini was an author who wrote about her beloved land straight from the heart, a press release said.

Rajketon said closely following her various efforts for the land is an act of patriotism itself, it further quoted the resource person as saying before adding that following her trail is the need of the hour. He added that the late Arambam Saroj Nalini was an ideal writer whose written works are increasing getting relevant with each passing day, the release said.

Speaking on the occasion, PAWF, Manipur secretary Rakesh Naorem stated that it will be a great loss for the current generation if they are not making any efforts to learn about the late author who made people in other parts of the world aware about the culture, history and literature of the land by translating Cheitharol Kumpaba which is the most important book of Manipuris, the press release added.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/01/pwf-manipur-remembers-arambam-saroj-nalini-on-her-sixth-death-anniversary/

IMPHAL, Jan 3 (NNN): Chief Minister Okram Ibobi Singh inaugurated a week-long festival of choreographic works `Nritya Sanrachna,` here at the Maharaja Chandrakirti auditorium, Palace Compound on Saturday.

Shanti Bardhan of Ranga Sri Little Ballet Troupe, Bhopal presented choreography on the Ramayana and Th Chaotombi Singh of Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy, Imphal on Keibul Lamjao on the opening day of the festival.

Nritya Sanrachna is one of the several events focusing on contemporary choreography organised by the Sangeet Natak Akedmi, New Delhi in recent years. It is being presented in Imphal in association with Manipur State Kala Akademi and Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy, Imphal.

The festival features works of imminent choreographers as well as upcoming artists in the field of choreography.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Ibobi extended a warm welcome to all participants coming from different parts of the country.

He said the Maharaja Chandrakirti auditorium is one of the finest cultural centres in the country.

The Chief Minister said 17 different choreographic works introduced in Manipur during the time of Maharaja Chgandrakirti, apart from nearly 17 choreographic works by the JN Dance Academy, Imphal.

Ibobi also released a journal `Manipur Culture and Literature` on the occasion.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/01/nritya-sanrachna-festival-underway-in-imphal/

IMPHAL, January 3: Commemorating Chingsubam Akaba on his eighth death anniversary today, his statues and that of Rungsung Suisa were unveiled by Manipur`™s titular king Leisemba Sanajaoba and other dignitaries in a function at the Wakha Leima Ching in Imphal East making it a distinct feature of the observation.

The statues of both the leaders were installed on the same plinth in a significant gesture symbolising the unity of the hills and the valley. The statues are being named as `Twin Statues of Love, Peace & Fraternity`™.

Vice-chairman of R Suisa Trust, Akhui Zimik speaking as a guest of honour at the function stated that mutual respect among people of both the hills and valley is the need of the hour to preserve peace and harmony in the state.

Politicians and underground groups, in the name of revolution, have created confusion among the common people and the time has come for the people to wake up and mull over it, he opined.

He said Chingsubam Akaba and his contribution towards unity among the hills and valley communities are acknowledged by the highest echelons of Naga organisations with due respect.

He added that he felt honoured at being invited at the function and revealed that he had skipped a grand festival at his village to attend the occasion.

Speaking about the twin statues, he said it was of great significance signifying a remarkable moral value while calling for promoting a sense of unity among the various communities in the State.

The commemoration of the 8th death anniversary of Chingsubam Akaba was jointly organised by Luchingpurel Chingsubam Akaba Ningsing Lup (LUCANIL) and Meetei Erol Eyek Loinasillon Apunba Lup (MEELAL).

As a part of the observations, a song based on R Suisa and Chingsubam Akaba composed by Shivadutta Luwang was presented by Tharonganbi Leima and her troupe.

During the observations, the Meeyamgee Luchingpurel Chingsubam Akaba Ningsing Mana that carries a souvenir, certificate and cash reward was presented to two individuals for their contribution in bringing unity among the hills and valley communities. The two awardees are Golmei Makuchung Kabui of Langthabal Khoupum and Sadokpam Thoungamba Mangang of Ningombam.

Speaking as the chief guest of the function, Leisemba Sanajaoba said the two leaders during their lifetimes have strived to integrate both the hills and valley communities of the State. He urged students to come visit the place to witness the symbol of unity to learn from it and to contribute in spreading the message of unity and integrity to the people.

The function was also attended by Manipur college principal Dr Kh Jayentakumar as the president, chairman of the organising committee of the commemoration and former minister RV Mingthing, Meitei National Front advisor M Naodalenkhomba, Tangkhul Naga Long president V Weapon Zimit, MEELAL president S Tomba Mangang, LUCANIL trustee member N Tomba, Tangkhul Naga Wungnaolong president Sweeten Rahing as guests of honour.

Read more / Original news source: http://kanglaonline.com/2015/01/statues-of-akaba-and-suisa-unveiled/