Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh inaugurated the state’s first water amusement park on Wednesday at Thenguchingjin, Awangpotshangba in Imphal East.
The park marks a significant addition to Manipur’s recreational landscape, offering residents an opportunity to enjoy leisure activities within the state.
Addressing attendees as the chief guest of the inaugural ceremony, Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed his delight at the opening of the water amusement park. He emphasised the importance of such facilities in providing entertainment options for locals and reducing the need to spend money outside the state.
Singh outlined plans to enhance the park’s offerings by incorporating a trekking trail for children and introducing a toy train, aimed at further enhancing the visitor experience.
Highlighting the government’s commitment to equitable development, Singh announced plans to establish nine additional amusement parks across various districts of Manipur, each with an allocated budget of Rs 4.5 crore.
He also disclosed plans for the construction of a Unity Mall and a Convention Centre in the Keikol area, signalling the government’s focus on bolstering infrastructure and tourism in the region.
Addressing concerns of communal harmony and integration, Singh urged caution in public discourse to prevent the incitement of communal tensions.
People should understand that illegal immigrants are those who came after 1961 and not whole communities and that those who were there from before are citizens of Manipur, India, he said adding that Manipur is a very sensitive land.
Singh underscored the government’s efforts to provide relief to those affected by recent events, including the construction of prefabricated houses, financial assistance to farmers, and provisions for students’ education materials.
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Ministers and dignitaries present at the event, including Public Works Minister Govindas Konthoujam and Water Resources Minister Awangbou Newmai, commended Chief Minister Singh’s leadership and dedication to the state’s development initiatives.
The inauguration ceremony was also attended by Members of Parliament, MLAs, and Chief Secretary Dr Vineet Joshi, among other officials, reflecting widespread support for the government’s efforts to promote tourism and economic growth in Manipur.
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