Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 06:
While announcing its decision of instituting an award in memory of late noted singer Nongmaithem Pahari, Apunba Manipur Matam Eshei Kanglup (AMMIK) has sought the financial support and co-operation of the people in this regard.
Talking to mediapersons in this connection at Manipur Press Club here today, chairman of the organising committee Hamom Naba said the award to be instituted would be known as Nongmaithem Pahari Matam Eshei Mana and would be presented to dedicated Manipuri singers living both inside and outside Manipur.
Along with ensuring that the cash amount of the award is Rs 50,000, the committee would also make arrangement for honouring musicians and instrumentalists with lifetime achievement awards.
While seeking the financial support of the people, Naba further informed that an account has been opened in the Imphal Urban Co-operative Bank, BT Road and any generous person who would like to make their donation may do so in the name of Nongmaithem Pahari Matam Eshei Mana under bank account number 26/14945.