“On this auspicious occasion, I appeal to one and all, irrespective of caste, creed or religion to reaffirm our pledge to preserve and protect the sovereignty and integrity of our country”, the governor said.
TFM Desk
Manipur Governor Najma Heptulla has extended “heartiest greetings” to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Khongiom Day on April 23.
In a message, the governor said that the day celebrates the “indomitable courage and spirit of patriotism” the Manipuris displayed in the Anglo-Manipuri War, 1891. “A handful of Manipuri soldiers fought against the mighty British Empire and laid down their lives for the love of their motherland. Khongjom Day also reminds to of the historical fact that the British rule was brought upon to by the disunity and enmity among the Manipuri Princes who yearned for the throne”, she said.
The governor said it was a lesson for all that “foreign powers tend to intervene in the sovereignty of a country whenever its people are disunited and disorganized”.
“On this auspicious occasion, I appeal to one and all, irrespective of caste, creed or religion to reaffirm our pledge to preserve and protect the sovereignty and integrity of our country”, the governor said.