Day: September 7, 2017

IMPHAL | Sept 7

To protect the residents of specially abled children and senior citizens from mosquito borne diseases, 109 Bn CRPF Mongsangei conducted fogging today in All Manipur Handicapped Peoples Organisation and Old Age Home located in Mongsangei.

A release said, the exercise was carried out under the direction of commandant Vinod Kumar with a view to give protection from vector borne diseases.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

The deplorable condition of three government schools peeved the education minister who was on a surprise visit. Minister Th. Radheshyam following the visit convened an emergency meeting with the department officials and instructed them take up necessary action with immediate effect.

The minister made a visit at Haoreibi Makha Leikai L. P. Madrasa.  He was informed by the locals that the school has not been functioning for the past five years with five teachers being posted at the school including the headmaster. He was furious to find the schools in a dilapidated state. The school has at least four rooms with none of them being usable. 

The walls and windows were all broken with the room being totally damaged. The locals however said that if the school starts functioning properly students from nearby villages will come to study.

Later, the minister also went to Haoreibi Makha Leikai Lairakhong L. P. (M) which was locked from outside and was found occupied by geese at the corridors of the school. The school though established in 1960, which is under Lilong Assembly constituency, has only two rooms. 

Later in the evening the minister called the director of education (S) Th. Kirankumar along with other officials, zonal education officer, Thoubal and headmaster of the said schools in the meeting.

Th. Radheshyam directed the director to visit the school personally. He gave strict instruction to take explanation call and take stern action against the heads of the institutions.

Earlier the minister also visited Canchi High School, Canchipur, and met the teacher and students. At the school the minister enquired about the attendance of teachers and student, and midday meal records. 

THOUBAL | Sept 7

A sit-in protest was staged today by the Meira Paibis condemning the incident of death threat to one Asem Chaothoi of Khekman Wangma Makha Leikai by the present pradhan of Khekman Gram Panchayat, Asem Subhon using his license gun yesterday at around 9.45 pm at Khekman, Thoubal.

The protest was held at Khekman Wangma Community hall and placard saying, “Stop crime against innocent”, “Stop gun election campaign”, Stop gathering votes by violence” and “Take action against Asem Subol” were demonstrated during the protest.

After the protest, representatives of Khekman Women Anti-Drug and Alcohol organisation met the deputy commissioner of Thoubal and submitted an application demanding for arrest of the culprits involved and take action against them. 

Meanwhile, the Thoubal police station registered a case in this regard and the license gun of Asem Subol was seized.

 IMPHAL | Sept 7

The ministry of food processing industries, government of India is inviting proposals under Scheme for Creation/ Expansionof Food Processing/ Preservation Capacities (CEFPPC) Of Kisan Sampada Yojana for setting up 250 units for creation of processing and preservation and modernization/expansion of existing food processing units which will help in increasing the level of processing, value addition and there by lead to reduction of agri wastage.

Proposals may be submitted online at http://sampada- mofpi.gov.in/cefppc/login.aspx by the potential investors/promoters willing to set up food processing industry. Preference will be given to units in Mega Food Parks  sanctioned by the MoFPI. The project proposal should be submitted as per guidelines of the scheme for CEFPPC available on www.mofpi.nic.in latest by 15.09.2017 upto 18:00 hrs.

Interested investors/promoters can contact Joint Director/ Officer on Duty ( Food Processing Industries) . Contact no. 9436025478.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

The Fire Service department has introduced a mobile task unit which will be stationed at different places of importance like Khwairamband Bazar, Singjamei Bazar and other places. A release by director of Manipur Fire Service, Imphal said that the mobile task unit will be on rotational basis to combat any fire emergency and also to create awareness regarding fire safety measures.

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KANGPOKPI | Sept 7

One-day training cum awareness programme for promotion of banana fibre was held at Kangpokpi district today.

The programme was attended as chief guest by spokesperson of BJP Manipur Pradesh and overall in-charge of Hill District, BJP Manipur unit, Kim Gangte. She said that Manipur as a whole could witness overall development when the people of hill districts collectively put efforts for the welfare of the state.

‘The new BJP government in the state has pulled up new things, new ideas, new initiative and new efforts which had never happen before for caused of the people’, said Kim Gangte.

While lauding the Handloom and Textiles Department, government of Manipur for introducing the benefit of banana fibre to the people during the training cum awareness for promotion of banana fibre, Kim Gangte said that young learners or students have important roles to play in promoting the new initiative.

She continued that student community needs to come up with new thoughts, better ideas and striking efforts with the introduction of the various benefits of banana fibre to achieve its meaningful purpose.

The training cum awareness programme was organised by District Handlooms and Textiles Office, Imphal West district in association with Weaver Cell BJP Manipur, and it was sponsored by Directorate of Handlooms and Textiles, Department of Textiles, Commerce and Industries, government of Manipur.

The programme was also attended by project manager of District Handloom and Textiles office, Senapati district, N. Nilabantajit Singh as president, while the guests of honour were convenor of Weaver Cell BJP Manipur, Th. Sunila Devi and project manager of District Handloom and Textiles, Imphal West district, L. Sorojini Devi.

Hundreds of locals including students of JNV Kangpokpi took part in the training cum awareness programme where the usefulness and benefits of banana fibre was demonstrated to the students and other participants by the experts.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

Assam Rifles camp at Moirang Khunao conducted a lecture at St Xavier’s High School, Moirang on the harmful impact of use of plastic on environment, said a release by PIB, Defence, Imphal.

It said, the lecture was attended by six teachers and 150 students and the event was appreciated and applauded by teachers and students for creating awareness for pollution free environment. The drive was under taken to generate awareness among the locals, especially youth and children and on importance of environment preservation. A talk was also delivered by post commander to motivate students to join Sainik School.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

Assam Rifles camp at Moirang Khunao conducted a lecture at St Xavier’s High School, Moirang on the harmful impact of use of plastic on environment, said a release by PIB, Defence, Imphal.

It said, the lecture was attended by six teachers and 150 students and the event was appreciated and applauded by teachers and students for creating awareness for pollution free environment. The drive was under taken to generate awareness among the locals, especially youth and children and on importance of environment preservation. A talk was also delivered by post commander to motivate students to join Sainik School.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

Education minister Thokchom Radheshyam said that the forefathers, to whose memory the 24th Khongjom Tarpan has been organised, had sacrificed their lives to protect the unity, territory and diverse culture of the state.

He was speaking as chief guest at the 24th Khongjom Tarpan orgainsed by the Khongjom War Memorial Trust at Khongjom Tritha of Khongjom war memorial complex. The dignitaries made the offering and paid floral tribute at the Khongjom Tritha.

The minister said it would not be right just to commemorate only on such occasions but what is necessary is to contemplate why they made the sacrifices for the motherland setting an example for the generations to come.

If their sacrifices are remembered then every unwanted circumstances prevailing in the society due to political, social or religious differences could be overcome, he added.

Th. Radheshyam said Khongjom is one of the most important historical destinations for the people of the state, and also a booming tourist destination. Assuring the people he said that he will discuss the prevailing condition of the memorial complex with the chief minister for resuming the developmental work being carried out in and around the complex.

On the occasion of paying homage to the great souls, Chairman MANIDCO Dr. Y. Radheshyam Singh, MLA, S. Subashchandra Singh, MLA, N. Indrajeet Singh, deputy commisioner, Thoubal L. Nabakishwar Singh, former minister M. Hemanta Singh and people from different parts of the state were also present.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

Education minister Thokchom Radheshyam said that the forefathers, to whose memory the 24th Khongjom Tarpan has been organised, had sacrificed their lives to protect the unity, territory and diverse culture of the state.

He was speaking as chief guest at the 24th Khongjom Tarpan orgainsed by the Khongjom War Memorial Trust at Khongjom Tritha of Khongjom war memorial complex. The dignitaries made the offering and paid floral tribute at the Khongjom Tritha.

The minister said it would not be right just to commemorate only on such occasions but what is necessary is to contemplate why they made the sacrifices for the motherland setting an example for the generations to come.

If their sacrifices are remembered then every unwanted circumstances prevailing in the society due to political, social or religious differences could be overcome, he added.

Th. Radheshyam said Khongjom is one of the most important historical destinations for the people of the state, and also a booming tourist destination. Assuring the people he said that he will discuss the prevailing condition of the memorial complex with the chief minister for resuming the developmental work being carried out in and around the complex.

On the occasion of paying homage to the great souls, Chairman MANIDCO Dr. Y. Radheshyam Singh, MLA, S. Subashchandra Singh, MLA, N. Indrajeet Singh, deputy commisioner, Thoubal L. Nabakishwar Singh, former minister M. Hemanta Singh and people from different parts of the state were also present.

By A Staff Reporter

IMPHAL | Sept 6

Armed Forces Ex-Servicemen Association Manipur (AFESAM) felicitated Arjuna awardee Subedar Laishram Devendro Singh, Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) today at old airfield, Koirengei, Imphal.

Addressing the function, president of AFESAM, retired Colonel I. S. Chanam said Manipuri people are genetically modified as fighters. The state is popularly known to the world in culture, but now the state is also known for sports. Like Arjuna awardee, L. Devendro, many players have been contributing their talent for the country, he added.

Some of the players are namely Kunjarani, Dingko, Mary Kom, Sarita and now Devendro is also one among them. Due to this the state is known as powerhouse of sports.

He appreciated central and state governments for setting up of National Sports University in the state. The renowned players of the state should teach their skills to the youngsters in order to motivate and enhance their skills, Chanam added.

As a part of the programme general secretary of AFESAM, Lt. Col. L. Manongba highlighted achievements of Devendro and the struggle he faced during his career to Arjuna awardee.

Speaking to media persons, Manongba said the felicitation programme was held in order to motivate Devendro to achieve gold medal in the coming 2020 Olympic Games which would be held at Tokyo, Japan. He said Devendro is now a diamond of the state.

He appreciates the political agenda of the present government but it should be better if instead of their agenda “go to hills”, “brings the hills” would be far better. If the hills and valleys are united, bringing peace and harmony in the state would be easier. AFESAM is also taking part in the movement for a united Manipur, Manongba added.

Lt. Col. Ajay Sharma, PRO (defence), major A. K. Sharma, TA Bn, members of AFESAM and all the officers and staff of ECHS polyclinic, Imphal attend the function.

IMPHAL | Sept 7

District magistrate of Thoubal district, L. Nabakishwar Singh has imposed section 144 of CrPC in the whole of Thoubal district in connection with the upcoming 5th Panchayat election. A release said, the district magistrate has imposed the prohibition under the CrPC to avoid any breach of peace and disturbance of public tranquillity and danger to human lives and properties and to prevent riot and affray in connection with the ensuing panchayat election.