Kaviraj Moirangthem Rajendra Commending Function cum Reception Ceremony of National & International Awardees 2025 was held today at Loktak Hall of the Manipur Press Club to honour its national and international awardees for the year 2025. The programme organized by Kaviraj Moirangthem Rajendra Commending Function cum Reception Ceremony of National & International Awardees 2025-26, recognised individuals for their contributions in diverse fields including arts, education, Thang Ta, fashion design and social service, as part of the academy’s ongoing efforts to promote social and cultural recognition in the state.
The ceremony began by paying floral tributes and a two-minute silence in memory of departed souls of Manipur. Resource persons, including Dr Tekcham Rameshwor Singh, addressed the gathering, and awardees were formally felicitated during the programme.
Senjam Nandeshwar Singh, retired Director of Soil Conservation, Government of Nagaland, who attended as chief guest, stated that such programmes serve to encourage achievers from various fields, including sportspersons who bring laurels to the state.
The function was presided over by Dr Yumnam Mahendrakumar Singh, National Secretary of the Bharatiya Dalit Sahitya Akademi. Dr Khwairakpam Iboyaima Singh, Advocate, attended as Distinguished Guest, while A Surendrakumar Singh, Advocate and awardee, was present as Special Guest. Chabungbam Lilabanta Singh, former State Bank of India official, attended as Guest of Honour.