Categories: State News

Manipur celebrated 19th Great June Uprising Day

The 19th Great June Uprising Day was observed on 18th June at Kekrupat, Manipur. The day is being observed every year on 18 June to pay tribute and respect to 18 persons who lost their lives in June, 2001 to protect the territorial integrity of Manipur. On the occasion, family members of the 18 martyrs and leaders of some organisations paid floral tribute & respect to 18 persons at Kekrupat, Manipur.

Click Here To Get Test Series For SBI PO 2020

In June 2001, the Union government signed the amended ceasefire agreement with the NSCN(IM) and inserted the words “without territorial limits”, following which people came out in streets to protest and there was arson at many places. To control the uprising, security personnels resorted to firing leading to death of 18 persons.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Chief Minister of Manipur: N. Biren Singh; Governor: Najma Heptulla.

Find More State In News Here

Recent Posts

Which Animal is known as the Night Walker? Know the Name

Did you know some animals sleep through the bright day and come alive only after…

5 hours ago

Winter Olympics 2026 (Milano–Cortina): Complete Schedule, Events, and Key Details

The Winter Olympics 2026 are one of the most important global sporting events of the…

5 hours ago

Cricket World Cup Winners List (1975-2026) Year Wise

As you know the ODI Cricket World Cup 2024 is concluded on 19th November 2023…

5 hours ago

Which Palace is known as the Palace of Winds?

Did you know there is a famous palace in India that seems to breathe with…

6 hours ago

Which is the Highest Dam in India? Know the Name and Its Location

Did you know India is home to some of the tallest and most powerful dams…

8 hours ago

Indian Railways Launches First LNG–Diesel Dual-Fuel DEMU Train in Ahmedabad

Indian Railways has achieved an important milestone by launching the country’s first LNG–Diesel dual-fuel DEMU…

8 hours ago