IMPHAL, September 28: `The dream of those who are trying to break Manipur into pieces will never come true.`
This was stated by United Committee Manipur president Elangbam Johnson speaking on the sideline of `Heitha Leithaba` here at Kekrupat today.
He said the UCM has been observing the `Heitha Leithaba`™ on `langbandgee ahanba purnima numita`™ (of the Meitei lunar calendar) remembering the 18 brave souls who laid down their lives to save the territorial integrity of Manipur.
UCM has been observing this day every year since 2002.
Speaking on the present issues in the State, he further said some people who have the intention to break Manipur are playing the communal card or ethnic card among the communities to create hatred among each other without considering the harm it could do.
He said UCM is closely monitoring the moves of these people.
He further appealed to the general public to remain calm and act responsibly to save the unity and integrity of Manipur.
Manipur has a very long history of various communities whether small or big residing together and considering the history of the land we are confident that no power on earth can break the integrity of Manipur, he maintained.
`Their dream of breaking Manipur into pieces will never come true. It is impossible,` he reaffirmed.
`We (UCM) also appeal to the people of Manipur to be cautious and stand united against these people who are trying to break the integrity of Manipur,` he added.