Governor, Legislators, and Organisations Extend Greetings on Ningol Chakouba Festival
Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla, legislators, and several social organizations have extended warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Ningol Chakouba, a festival that celebrates the cherished bond between brothers and sisters.
In his message, Governor Bhalla conveyed heartfelt greetings to the people, especially to all mothers, sisters, and daughters who are at the heart of the celebration. He described Ningol Chakouba as a traditional Meitei festival observed on the second day of the lunar month of Hiyangei, symbolizing love, respect, and unity between married women and their paternal families. The Governor said the festival reflects Manipur’s rich cultural heritage and the values of harmony and togetherness that strengthen communities across the State. He wished that the celebration brings happiness, good health, and prosperity to every family.
Extending his greetings, Th. Biswajit Singh, Member of the Manipur Legislative Assembly from Thongju Constituency, described Ningol Chakouba as one of the most meaningful festivals of Manipur, representing the essence of family values and cultural heritage. He said the festival reminds everyone of the strength of social bonds and the importance of reconciliation and unity. He expressed hope that the celebration would bring renewed peace and prosperity to every household, bridging divides and fostering harmony among all communities in the State.
Yumnam Khemchand Singh, MLA from Singjamei Constituency, also conveyed his best wishes to the people. He urged families to celebrate the spirit of Ningol Chakouba by strengthening bonds of love and peaceful co-existence and wished that lasting peace and prosperity prevail across Manipur.
The Kangleipak Students’ Association (KSA), in a press release signed by Secretary (HRD & Publicity), H/O Langoljam Rajesh, also extended greetings to the people of Manipur. The association wished that the festival brings brothers and sisters closer and ushers in a peaceful Kangleipak. The release further noted that, given the ongoing situation in the State, people should not focus on the materialistic aspect of exchanging expensive gifts but rather on the true essence and beautiful meaning of the festival that promotes love and unity.
In a similar note, the Pangal Students’ Organisation (PSO), in a message signed by its President, Farid Bogimayum, extended greetings and blessings to the people of Manipur. The PSO said Ningol Chakouba, a festival filled with love between siblings, should inspire healing and peace across the State. It called upon the people to discard divisive thoughts and let love prevail, bringing forth a united Manipur. The organisation also urged the government to take firm action against those spreading hatred and divisive policies, while appealing to all communities to stand together as one.
The Kangleipak Minority Welfare Organisation (KMWO), in a press release signed by its Publicity Secretary, Rajib, conveyed heartfelt greetings on the occasion. The organisation expressed that Ningol Chakouba, a once-a-year celebration, should be marked by sharing love and simple gifts given from the heart. It addressed women and girls staying in relief camps, urging them not to lose hope, and called upon authorities and government officials to work earnestly to help displaced families return home. The KMWO further expressed the hope that the bond between Meitei and Meitei Pangal communities will grow even stronger with love and peace through this festival.
The Manipur Meitei-Pangal Welfare Organisation (MMWO), in a press note signed by its Secretary General, MMWO-HQ, Firoj Khan Sangomsumbam, also extended warm greetings to the people. The organisation wished that with the arrival of Ningol Chakouba, celebrated since ancient times, the Creator blesses the State with lasting peace and unity. It also expressed solidarity with the internally displaced persons (IDPs) who are unable to fully celebrate the festival in their homes. The organisation hoped that the festival would strengthen inter-community bonds and that forces attempting to create divisions among communities would fail. The MMWO also wished happiness and peace to all daughters, sisters, and mothers of Manipur as they celebrate this special occasion.
Observed with great enthusiasm across the State, Ningol Chakouba continues to symbolize the enduring spirit of love, respect, and togetherness that defines Manipuri society.