Source: The Sangai Express / S Singlianmang Guite
Lamka, April 01 2009:
With the Congress party expecting a crowd not less than 30000, the stage for Rahul Gandhi's election rally at Tuibuang Peace ground here has been set today.
The security establishment is ensuring full-proof security for the Congress General Secretary.
IG Law and Order-II Christoper Doungel will camp here tonight to supervise the security arrangement of tomorrow's election rally.
Rahul Gandhi who had enjoyed unprecedented allegiance from the masses in Churachandpur is scheduled to arrive by a chopper from Mizoram to address the gathering at 12:20 pm.
Hectic preparations, often held back by heavy downpour was underway at Tuibuang Peace ground where Rahul is set to made his public appearance.
MPCC (I) President Gaikhanngam, Minister in-charge of the district and Chairman of the Local Committee T Phungzathang, three other Cabinet Ministers TN Haokip, Ranjit and Jayantakumar were seen supervising the ground preparations while MLA T Manga Vaiphei, Bijoy Koijam and Govindas assisted them.
AICC's Secretary in-charge of Manipur Ved Prakash was also seen coordinating the preparations.
Talking to The Sangai Express, Inspector General C Doungel said, "We have taken all necessary steps to ensure the safety of the visiting National leader" .