The 169th death anniversary of Maharaja Narasingh was observed by Manipur State Archaeology Department of Art and Culture at Kangla. The observance was graced by Titular King of Manipur, Leishemba Sanajaoba, Art and Culture Director, A Shivadas Sharma, Vice President Maharaja Narashing Memorial Committe, R.K. Rajendra Singh and Director Mutua Museum, Mutua Bahadur as Special […]
The 169th death anniversary of Maharaja Narasingh was observed by
Manipur State Archaeology Department of Art and Culture at Kangla.
The observance was graced by Titular King of Manipur, Leishemba Sanajaoba,
Art and Culture Director, A Shivadas Sharma, Vice President Maharaja Narashing Memorial Committe, R.K. Rajendra Singh and Director Mutua Museum, Mutua Bahadur
as Special Guest, Guest of Honour, President and Chief Guest
respectively.
The function began by laying floral tribute at the cemetery of the
late Maharaja Narasingh, guard of Honour, Gun Salute, reverses arms, two
minutes of silence, slope arms and order arms by the contingent of Manipur
Rifle and followed by Jalakeli Pala.
Speaking on the occasion Maharaja Leishemba Sanajaoba spoke about the
importance of observing such occasion known to the future generation about
the dedication and observation of the then great Kings.
Maharaja Narasingh considered and valued his people much more precious than his
own throne. People of Manipur should not forget the contributions and sacrifices of
our past leaders.
A. Shivadas Sharma as the Chief Guest of the occasion spoke about the
king’s determination, ideology, beliefs, dedication and devotion and people should
be made aware of it.
As the Guest of Honour, Mutua Bahadur spoke about the importance of observing
the historical places such as Canchipur, the most important place after Kangla
traces from the history which is presently located inside the Manipur
University Campus. He added that, the remains should be protected and kept in
the museum so as to make the people of the coming generations to know
about our own history.
R.K. Rajendro Singh as the president gave his opinion in preserving the
sites of Arts and Culture of our state with the help of the Department to
develop the culture and tradition of Manipur. He also spoke about the determination and dedication of the great Maharaja Narasingh
for his people.