DGAR, IGAR (S), GOC greet
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 14 2012:
The Director General Assam Rifles, GOC Red Shield Division and IGAR (South) have conveyed warm wishes to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Ningol Chakkouba festival, to be celebrated tomorrow.
DG AR Lt Gen Ranbir Singh extending 'very warm greetings and sincere goodwill to the people of Manipur' conveyed, "May this festival herald an era of peace, progress and prosperity in the region and enhance the spirit of unity, cohesiveness and brotherhood amongst warm and friendly people of the State" .
GOC Red Shield Division Maj Gen KK Sinha conveying warm greetings to the people of Manipur on the auspicious and joyous occasion of "Ningol Chakkouba" festival expressed hope that the festival of love between brothers and siblings will send out a message of brotherhood, happiness and peace among all communities of the State.
IGAR (S) Maj Gen UK Gurung in his message observed that, the festival of Ningol Chakkouba reinforces the fraternal and protective bond that exist between brothers and sisters, and parents and daughters since time immemorial.
The General Officer noted that, even though the festival was originally observed by Meitei community, the celebration has now encompassed other communities in Manipur, thereby promoting unity and integration in the State.
"May the goodwill and harmony bring all of us together irrespective of caste, creed and faith," said the IGAR (S) .