Remembering the heroes of the state who laid down their lives for the sake of their motherland, the state Government observed Patriots Day. The observance function organised by the Government of Manipur, commenced from 8 am at Yaiskul Hicham Yaichampat memorial park, the place where Bir Tikendrajit was cremated, followed by offering of floral tribute at Thangal General memorial site, Palace Compound.
The Chief Minister of Manipur Shri O. Ibobi Singh led the people in paying floral tribute at Hicham Yaicham memorial site. Many SPF Council of Ministers and top officials also joined the general public in offering floral at the memorial sites.The observance continued in the evening with the Chief Minister leading the people in paying obeisance to the martyrs at Kangla and later at BT Park.