Rishang Keishing (Oct 25, 1920-Aug 22, 2017) #PeopleOfManipur Chief Ministerships: Served as Manipur’s Chief Minister four times: briefly in 1980 (92 days), 1981-1988 (full term, the first to complete one), and 1994-1997. His total tenure made him the longest-serving CM until surpassed by Okram Ibobi Singh. He navigated ethnic tensions, declaring tribal festivals as state holidays to bridge hill-valley divides.
Hijam Irabot, born on September 30, 1896, in Oinam Leikai, Imphal, and passing on September 26, 1951, in Tangbo, Burma (now Myanmar), is a towering name in Manipur. Known as Jana Neta (Leader of the People) or Lamyanba Irabot (Pioneer Irabot), he was a freedom fighter, communist leader, and social activist who shaped modern Manipur.
Khwairakpam Chaoba Singh (1895–1950) was a pivotal figure in Manipuri literature, playing a crucial role in its modern development during the early 20th century.
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