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IMPHAL, Oct 18 : The Coalition for Indigenous Rights Campaign (CIRCA) observed the Manipur National Day at Manipur Press Club today.
The day commemorates the inauguration of the Manipur Legislative Assembly, elected by the people, on October 18, 1948.
The programme was graced by retired IAS officer Dr RK Nimai, CIRCA president Somorendro Thok- chom, WASDEV president RK Tharaksana, IKAL president Naorem Memma Leima and Chabungbam Birendra.
During the programme, several speakers shared their views on the topic "Recalling the first sitting of Manipur Assembly".
Speaking on the occasion, CIRCA president Somorendro Thokchom said that the problems the State have been facing might not have arisen if Manipur had continued to exist as a self-governing Nation.
He added that the programme was organised to help future generations understand and appreciate the historical significance of the day.