IMPHAL, April 21: The Speaker, Manipur Legislative Assembly, Th Lokeshwar Singh sends his greetings to the people of Manipur on Khongjom Day and paid his respect to the martyrs of the day.
The speaker said that the battle against the British in the year 1891 despite knowing it was a losing battle, shows the strength and bravery of our forefathers.
It only shows their love for their motherland and the sacrifices made by Paona Major, Chinglensana and other brave Martyrs at the battle of Anglo-Manipur at Khongjom should never be forgotten, he said.
Just like the brave martyrs, people of Manipur should help in building up a developed and peaceful society, said the Speaker.
