IMPHAL January 19: The Governor, Gurbachan Jagat has greeted the people of Manipur and expressed his best wishes ahead of Statehood Day which falls on January 21.
In his message, the governor pointed out that Manipur is lagging behind other states in the race for development. He stated that there is a need to catch up on lost opportunities and hasten the progress of growth and development which can be achieved when there is complete peace and harmony. He made an appeal to the people of Manipur to rise above parochial considerations and work unitedly for a more prosperous and peaceful Manipur.
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