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Imphal, April 11:
The 175th Death Anniversary of Maharaj Narasingh was observed today at Kangla Fort in Imphal, organized by the Manipur State Archaeology, Department of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur.
Mention may be made that, Maharaj Narasingh, a revered Meitei monarch of Manipur, passed away on April 11, 1850. His death anniversary is observed annually on April 11 as a day of historical and cultural significance in Manipur. He is remembered for his leadership during the First Anglo-Burmese War and his efforts in restoring Manipur’s sovereignty. His death anniversary continues to be a significant occasion for the people of Manipur to honour his legacy.
In his address as Chief Guest, M. Joy Singh, Special Commissioner (Art and Culture), paid tribute to the revered and valiant Maharaja Narsingh on the occasion of his 175th death anniversary. He noted that the state is honouring the braveheart today with a ceremonial gun salute at his very grave.
The Commissioner urged everyone to take this sacred and solemn day as an opportunity to pray to the Almighty and seek the blessings of the late Maharaja, so that peace and harmony may continue to prevail across the state.
K. Dinamani Singh, Director (Art and Culture), Manipur and R.K.Dhiren Singh, President, MNMC, invitees and descendants of Maharaj Narasingh also attended the ceremony.
The observation featured traditional rituals, including a performance of Shree Shree Govinda Jiu Jalakeli Pala led by Maharajkumari Hemamanjuri (Sanatombi), floral tributes, a guard of honour, a gun salute, Tarpon Katpa at Nungjeng Pukhri, Kangla etc.
