Manipur joined the nation in observing Martyrs’ Day also known as ‘Shaheed Diwas’ or ‘Sarvodaya Day’ on Tuesday to honour those who sacrificed their lives for the country’s independence. The day holds significance as it marks the 76th Death Anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi.
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Manipur Governor Anusuiya Uikey led people in paying homage by laying a wreath at the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Gandhi Memorial Hall in Imphal. Chief Minister N. Biren, Cabinet Ministers, MLAs and top civil and police officials also laid wreaths at the Mahatma’s statue.
During the observation, three Bhajans, Sumiran Karle Mere Mana, Vaishnav Jana to tent and Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram were sung. A siren was sounded from 10.59 am to 11.0 am as a warning signal for observance of the two-minute silence. Another siren was sounded from 11.2 am to 11.3 am as the closing signal.
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On the occasion, Governor Anusuiya reiterated the principles of Mahatma Gandhi which were filled with the spirit of love, non-violence, kindness, mutual brotherhood and forgiveness and appealed to all to follow and remember his teachings.
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