Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Saturday attended ‘Tiranga Concerts’, a part of Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign under the aegis of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav organised by the department of Art and Culture, Government of Manipur at Manipur State Film Development Society (MSFDS), Palace Compound, Imphal.
Speaking on the occasion, N Biren Singh appealed to the people of the state to volunteer in cleaning the statues of the freedom fighters who had sacrificed their lives for the motherland and pay floral tribute for their sacrifices.
He continued that the freedom and dignified life which the people enjoy today are because of the selfless sacrifices made by the great leaders. He further appealed to Ministers and MLAs to organise lunch at different relief camps on the Independence Day and have it together with the inmates. He further asked elected representatives to talk with the inmates to address the problems and grievances.
He maintained that a sense of nationalism and patriotism has aroused amongst the people of the country, after Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister in 2014. It was Prime Minister Narendra Modi who took Yoga to the international level by proposing in his address at the United Nation’s General Assembly, he added.
He stated that, under the initiatives of Modi, G20 events were held across different parts of the country, during Indian Presidency of the Summit. Delegates from different countries visited various corners of the country. Such initiatives had brought a sense of belongingness amongst the people.
In continuation, initiatives like the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign in the country have brought a sense of nationalism, unity, and oneness among the people.
He instructed the Director General of Police to conduct a mass motor bike rally on August 15, with mass participation from the youth. He also appealed to the people of Manipur to participate in rally, street play, marathon, painting competition organised under the campaign.
Further, appreciating the principal, officials, and the students of colleges in the State for singing National Anthem and State song during morning assembly, he maintained that this initiative has instilled consciousness of unity, discipline, and nationalism amongst the people.
He continued that unity, discipline and nationalism are the foundation of a strong nation. “We must strengthen our nation to be self-sustainable and thus will help in protecting the nation and its people."
Raising concern on the current challenges faced by India due to the current geopolitical scenario, he also stressed the need to make our country strong to successfully tackle the challenges ahead, he added.
During the function, Pung Cholom by the artistes of Manipur University of Culture, patriotic song by artistes of Shri Shri Bal Mukund Dev Music College and a dance choreographed on Tiranga Anthem by the Government Dance College were showcased.
The programme was attended by Works minister Govindas Konthoujam, Water Resource minister Awangbow Newmai, IPR Minister Sapam Ranjan Singh, CAF&PD Minister Leishangthem Susindro Meitei, Minister Veterinary, Shri Kashim Vashum, MLAs, DGP Shri Rajiv Singh, Administrative Secretaries, officials of the Art and Culture department and renowned artistes of the State.
