Kangpokpi: A complete shutdown will be strictly observed in Sadar Hills, Kangpokpi District, Manipur, on May 3, to commemorate the solemn occasion of the Kuki-Zo Martyrs’ One Year Remembrance Day.
The Kuki-Zo community will observe the day under the theme “Be Strong and Courageous,” from the scripture. The commemorative event will take place at the Martyrs’ Cemetery in Phaijang village, Sadar Hills Kangpokpi District, organised by the Committee on Tribal Unity (CoTU), Sadar Hills Kangpokpi District, under the slogan “You Sacrifice Your Today for Our Tomorrow.”
The total shutdown will commence from midnight of May 2 and culminate at midnight of May 3.
As directed by CoTU, the Kuki-Zo community will display unity and respect by hoisting black flags at their respective homes on May 3 to commemorate Remembrance Day. They will also observe a candlelight vigil from 7 p.m. onwards in their respective homes. Additionally, the same candlelight vigil will be held along the National Highway from Gamgiphai to Taphou and in all bazaar areas.
During the solemn noon session, a profound gun salute will pay homage to the fallen Kuki-Zo martyrs, accompanied by a heartfelt candlelight vigil. The entire Kuki-Zo community shall stand unified in commemorating Remembrance Day, donning solemn black attire.
After the noon session program, CoTU leaders will hand over a memorandum in connection with the Kuki-Zo’s Separate Administration movement to the Prime Minister of India through Deputy Commissioner, Kangpokpi.
During the observation of Kuki-Zo Martyr’s One Year Remembrance Day, no other programs shall be organised by Kuki-Zo individuals or organisations. Traveling, humming, and other activities have been restricted.
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All residents of the Kuki-Zo community in the district are obliged to participate in the observation event, scheduled from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Attendees of Remembrance Day have been directed to display a black flag on their vehicles.
To honor the fallen Kuki-Zo martyrs and demonstrate unity, all churches in Sadar Hills Kangpokpi District will hold a mass prayer within their premises, followed by candlelight vigils outside each church.
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