Are we condemned lot that we cannot think for the future generation particularly for the young children. Little space available in every Leikai has been used up in the construction of crematorium or community hall. Crematoriums are for cremation and community halls for feasting. The two constructions reveal the state of affairs happening in every Leikai. We remain engrossed thinking about death and feast only. Where there used to be foot ball or hockey ground has been occupied by community hall and crematorium. But death occurs rarely once or twice in a year. The place occupied by crematorium remains deserted as young children do not want to enter the area. The population in Delhi is 10 times larger than Manipur. But no crematorium is to be seen as is being seen here in Manipur. Something needs to be done to change the mindset of the people, who compete in the construction of crematorium. Amazingly youngsters talk proudly when his Leikai possesses a crematorium. Those not having one have felt depression. Long before Local area development fund of the MLAs were nonexistent there used to be lots of play grounds for the children. If the local area development fund would be used in building the two useless constructions it is time the fund is abolished. Our MLAs must not allow the fund to be used in doing useless things. Instead of constructing crematoriums in every Leikai the state Government must think of constructing electronic crematorium where family members can bring the mortal remains of their near and dear ones for consecration to the fire. When that is done all these crematoriums can be dismantled and the space available can be restored to their original position. How many of these children can go to Khuman Lampak or SAI complex to test their talents. Manipur may lose the prestigious sports power house title when these young children for want of space stop playing. The sports stars of the state have many stories to tell about how they could reach their present status. Football legend Maradona was spotted by his coach when as a child he kicked empty cans with left foot hitting the target of his choice. When he played with the empty cans he would not have known he would one day become the greatest footballer on the earth. Similarly our boxers, cyclists, weightlifters would not have reached their present status if they did not play. Stop worrying about crematorium and community halls. These crematoriums are dark spot. Funny things happen in some areas crematorium is developed like a garden. Who will dare enter such place until the death calls you. Let us think for the future generation. We need to preserve lots of space for the young children, where they can play leisurely. Show the responsibility of serving all the people including the young children.
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