President Droupadi Murmu arrived at Imphal International Airport around 1 pm on Thursday, commencing her two-day visit to Manipur. She was received by senior officials of the state government before beginning a series of official engagements.
Soon after her arrival, the President proceeded to Mapal Kangjeibung to witness a polo exhibition match, highlighting Manipur’s rich cultural and sporting heritage. The event marked the start of a busy schedule combining ceremonial events and development-focused programmes.
In the evening, she attended a civic reception hosted by the state government at the City Convention Centre in Imphal, where she laid foundation stones and inaugurated several projects, reinforcing the Centre’s emphasis on boosting infrastructure and development in the Northeast.
On Friday, the President visited the Nupee Lal Memorial Complex to pay tribute to the Manipuri women who led two historic movements against colonial rule, coinciding with the state’s annual observance of Nupi Lal Day. She later travelled to Senapati district to address a public gathering and unveil a series of projects aimed at advancing development in the hill district.
The visit signified the Centre’s continued commitment to supporting stability, growth, and the preservation of Manipur’s cultural identity.