Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, November 22, 2009:
Reception function of the artistes of the Film Academy Manipur (FAM) � who had participated in the 9th All India Drama and Dance Competition at Gurgaon from November 1 to 6 � was held today at Rupmahal Theatre, BT Road here.
The occasion was graced by Kh Kuleshwar, president of ISTV, L Gourachandra Sharma, retired IFC secretary and advisor of FAM, Sapam Momon, ex-councilor of IMC and advisor of FAM, and S Angou, PRO to Power Minister as the chief guest, president and guests of honour respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, Kh Kuleshwar conveyed that the authority should think for the long term endurance of artistes instead of bestowing momentary honour.
He observed that the state government did not implement anything for long-term survival of the artistes and sportspersons of the state other than recognising their hard-earned achievements for a moment.
He said that the authority should do something for the survival of the artistes and sportspersons of the state in the long-run.
Artistes of FAM have also staged an award winning drama on the occasion.