Imphal: Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday urged citizens to uphold their constitutional duties, foster unity, reject violence, and safeguard the dignity and rights of every community in the state.
Speaking at a Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) event in Imphal, Bhalla reflected on the remarkable journey of framing the Constitution and the visionary leadership of the members of the erstwhile Constituent Assembly.
The governor highlighted “the role of B R Ambedkar and other eminent members whose scholarship, clarity of thought, and commitment to democratic ideals shaped one of the world’s most resilient constitutional frameworks.”
“The Constituent Assembly took two years, eleven months, and seventeen days to accomplish the monumental task of drafting this historic document, which has steadfastly upheld a vibrant democracy at its core. This year’s theme, Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman, reaffirms our collective pride in the principles that guide the Republic,” Bhalla stated.
As part of the ceremony, the governor led the gathering in reading the Preamble of the Constitution, reaffirming the timeless values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity that form the backbone of the nation.
Former Chief Minister N. Biren Singh also took part in the observance of Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhiman, marking 75 years of the Constitution, at the MSFDS complex in Imphal.
“This occasion serves as a powerful reminder of the bedrock of our democracy, the Constitution of India, which has not only unified our diverse nation but also enshrined the values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity for every citizen.”
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As we mark this milestone, let us reaffirm our commitment to upholding its spirit, and help build a better future for the state and the nation, he added.
