CM inspects construction of 120 ft high statue at Marjing Hills
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR

Imphal, July 07 2021: Chief Minister N Biren Singh today inspected the progress of the ongoing construction work of the 120 feet high statue of a Sagol Kangjei (Polo) player riding a pony at Marjing Hills, Imphal East.

The Chief Minister was accompanied by DC Imphal East, Director (Tourism), officials of the Public Works Department and others.

Speaking to media persons, N Biren Singh said that construction of the 120 feet high was delayed due to the pandemic.

He also informed that officials concerned had been instructed to expedite the work and complete it by October 2021.The Chief Minister, on the other hand, stated that the first instalment of the "Chief Minister's COVID-19 Affected Livelihood Support Scheme" would be transferred to the beneficiaries within this month and the second instalment would be given by August 2021.He further said that those eligible for this scheme include street vendors, farmers, daily wage workers, construction site workers, rickshaw pullers, public transport drivers, school van drivers, artisans, etc.

Later, the Chief Minister inspected the mass vaccination drive held at Ibudhou Marjing Lai Haraopham and Primary Health Centre, Heingang, Imphal East.

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