Thanga Assembly Constituency MLA Tongbram Robindro Singh has announced financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh for the people of Borayangbi Gram Panchayat to facilitate the provision of an ambulance, highlighting his commitment to public welfare amid the ongoing crisis in Manipur.
The announcement was made during a One-Day Booth-Level Political Conference held at Borayangbi Thongkhong Keithel on Saturday as part of the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, an initiative inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25 years of public service, beginning with his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat. The programme was organised across different locations in Kumbi Assembly Constituency under the guidance of MLA S. Premchandra Singh, with Borayangbi hosting the 22nd and concluding programme.
Addressing the gathering, MLA Robindro said that although residents of Borayangbi had faced considerable difficulties in transporting sick and injured people to hospitals, the provision of an ambulance would help address their emergency medical needs. He handed over Rs 5 lakh in financial assistance to the people of Borayangbi for the purpose.
He also appealed to the people of Kumbi Assembly Constituency to maintain unity and mutual understanding, irrespective of differences within their respective communities. He said that MLA S. Premchandra Singh and he shared a commitment to serving the people and working together for the welfare of the constituency.
Referring to the prevailing situation in Manipur, MLA Robindro said the government led by Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh was making concerted efforts to bring the crisis to an end. He stressed the need for greater public cooperation and urged people not to allow differences between communities to deepen divisions. He said that efforts to restore peace and normalcy must continue through collective action and public service.
During the programme, MD. Indra Shali of Borayangbi, who had served as vice-president of the National People’s Party (NPP), Kumbi Assembly Constituency, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). MLA Tongbram Robindro Singh and MLA S. Premchandra Singh welcomed him into the party. The BJP Kumbi Mandal also appointed him as Assistant Secretary (Organisation).
The conference was attended by MLA S. Premchandra Singh, Ngangkhalawai Zilla Parishad Member L. Surchand Singh, administrative committee chairpersons of Borayangbi, Wangoo, Saoton and Wangoo Terakhong Gram Panchayats, including Th. Romesh, Amom Keshorjit Singh, M. Ibomcha Singh and P. Baleshwor Singh, along with BJP Kumbi Mandal president S. Angousana, vice-president N. Norendro Singh, secretary W. Thoiba, organisation secretary N. Opendro, BJP Kumbi Mahila Mandal president Soibam Bijelata Devi, panchayat ward members, religious leaders and other prominent people.
Meanwhile, MLA S. Premchandra Singh informed the gathering about ongoing and proposed road development works in the constituency. He said that work on the WBM road from Kumbi Thongkhong towards Ithai had been completed, while WBM work on the Wangoo road was set to begin. The road connecting Sagang and Napat was also included in the development programme.
He further stated that the proposed road improvement works would be taken up for blacktopping after the necessary sanctions were obtained, with the possibility of upgrading the road to State Highway standards being considered.
The programme concluded with an appeal for public unity, cooperation and continued participation in development initiatives ahead of the forthcoming Manipur Legislative Assembly election.
