Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, January 20 2009:
THE GOVERNOR of Manipur, Gurbachan Jagat has greeted the people of the state on the occasion of the 37th Statehood Day of Manipur.
In a message of greetings, the Governor stated that 37 years ago on January 21, 1972, Manipur attained statehood, and the Day, besides fulfilling a long cherished desire of the people of the Manipur, gave and added responsibility and opportunity to shape its own future.
Governor further stated that since attainment of statehood, Manipur has made progress in various fields, yet a lot has to be done to catapult the state into a higher orbit of development.
The speed of development can greatly be accelerated in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility.
Development process picks up speed where there is peace, Governor message stated.