Konthoujam Assembly Constituency MLA Dr Sapam Ranjan has called upon the younger generation to follow the footsteps and uphold the sacrifices of great freedom fighters to build a strong and prosperous Manipur.
He made the appeal during the 82nd birth anniversary observance of Luchingpurel Oja Akaba, organised by the Chingsubam Sagei Apokpa Irat Thouni Lup at Chingsubam Sagei Memorial Park, Top Khabi Mayai Leikai. The programme also featured a remembrance ceremony in honour of Athouba Jamadar Chingsubam Ningthouba and Luchingpurel Chingsubam Akaba.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Lup president Chingsubam Shyamjai, Justice Committee on Anglo-Manipur War 1891 Martyrs chairman Joychandra Konthoujam, MEELAL secretary Paonam Thakaba, and representatives of various organisations and the Chingsubam family.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Ranjan urged the people, particularly the younger generation, to learn about the Anglo-Manipur War of 1891 and remember the sacrifices made by their forefathers in resisting British colonial rule.
He also recalled the imprisonment of Maharaja Kulachandra and 22 other Manipuri freedom fighters at Mount Harriet in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, highlighting their courage and sacrifices in the struggle against British rule.
Dr Ranjan appreciated the renaming of Mount Harriet as Mount Manipur by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on October 17, 2021, following years of efforts by historians and others to recognise and highlight the historical contributions of Manipuri freedom fighters.
He stressed the importance of preserving historical memories and passing on the legacy of the freedom fighters to future generations so that their sacrifices continue to inspire the people of Manipur.
