Manipur MP Maharaja Leishemba Sanajaoba emphasizes youth's vital role in shaping India's future

Imphal: The titular king of Manipur and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Maharaja Leishemba Sanajaoba, on Wednesday, emphasized the vital role of youth in shaping the future of the country and urged them to lead disciplined, value-based lives.

"To bring about positive change in society, our youth must not only be educated but also uphold the ideals of unity and nationalism inspired by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel," he said.

Speaking as the Chief Guest, Maharaja Leishemba Sanajaoba flagged off the Sardar@150 Unity March for Nambol Block from the Imphal Peace Museum, Maibam Lotpa Ching, Nambol in Bishnupur district.

The MP further stated that as India continues its journey towards becoming an Atmanirbhar Bharat, similar efforts should be made to build an Atmanirbhar Manipur. On the occasion, he also administered the Atmanirbhar Bharat Pledge to the participants.

Meanwhile, amid tight security, the District Administration, Tengnoupal, organized the unity march at Tengnoupal Government High School with Deputy Commissioner, Tengnoupal, Saurabh Yadav, IAS, as the Chief Guest. Manipur's Tengnoupal district shares borders with Myanmar to the south.

As part of the programme, Chehlep Primary School, Enlighten English School & Kindergarten, and Tengnoupal Govt. High School students showcased cultural items. Later, more than 100 students participated in the Sardar@150 Unity March from Tengnoupal High School to the DC office complex.

Addressing the gathering, the Tengnoupal DC stated that they had gathered for two purposes: to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and also to mark a milestone related to Vande Mataram.

The events were organized by the District Administration, under the aegis of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, with support from My Bharat, Bishnupur, and the NSS Cell, Manipur.