Senapati: Textiles, Commerce, and Industry Minister Nemcha Kipgen echoed the message of peace, love, and integrity at the Cultural Day of the 27th Sports Meet, 2023, of the Liangmai Sports Association held under the theme ‘Excel for Glory’ at Oklong, Senapati District, on Sunday.
In his address to the crowds, Minister Nemcha urged everyone to march forward with love for one another, regardless of caste, colour, or creed, and to forgive and forget any incidents that would impede the growth of society as a whole.
Nemcha expressed that Manipur is a truly gifted state. To save Manipur, she reiterated that everyone should support the ‘War on Drugs’ campaign, which is actively initiated and supervised by the Chief Minister of Manipur, N. Biren Singh. ‘Let us all eradicate the poppy completely from our land to save the present and future generations,’ she asserted.
While stating that through culture and traditional dress, one can show the integrity and oneness of Manipur, the Textiles Minister called for the participation of the Liangmai Tribe in the larger platform to showcase their rich culture, traditions, and attire. She further stated that the GI tag for all the handloom products of all the tribes of Manipur is in the pipeline.
Cultural dance, folk songs, and cultural attire shows were some of the main highlights of the Cultural Day of the LSA Sports Meet.
MLAs Tadubi AC, N. Kayisii; and Wangkhei AC, along with Thangjam Arunkumar and Social Worker, Wilobou Newmai, also attended the occasion as special guests, the president, and guests of honour.
