Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh highlighted the peaceful coexistence of 36 communities throughout the state’s history. Speaking at the ‘Kangla Attack’ commemoration event in Imphal, he stressed the importance of unity for peace and development. Singh reiterated that all communities in Manipur share a common identity, emphasizing unity and coexistence among diverse groups.
Recalling Manipur’s shared history, Singh mentioned that various communities have lived harmoniously for decades, safeguarding the state’s integrity. He urged all communities to uphold values of oneness, unity, and integrity for the progress of Manipur. The Chief Minister, along with other dignitaries, paid respects to martyrs, freedom fighters, and unsung heroes, observing a two-minute silence in their honor.
The event, organized by the Justice Committee on the Anglo-Manipuri War-1891 Martyrs and Freedom Fighters of Kangleipak (Manipur), was attended by representatives of different communities, students, and others. The Anglo-Manipur War of 1891, triggered by a political crisis and a palace coup, resulted in the deaths of several British officers. The conflict began with the British firing the first shot on March 24, 1891, without provocation from the Manipuris.
