Rajbari Demolition Sparks Condemnation
Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh has demanded the reconstruction of the Red Lands Buildings, also known as Manipur Rajbari, to its original state.
The historic building, constructed in the 1940s in Shillong, was a residence of the erstwhile king Maharaja Bodhachandra Singh and was recently torn down to make way for a new Manipur Bhavan or guest house of the Manipur government.
“Sadly, the historic Rajbari was completely destroyed, saying that the repair work could not be carried out. This is truly painful because it was a part of our shared history and identity. It is absolutely necessary that it is rebuilt to its original state so that future generations know what once stood there,”
The former chief minister's statement comes as Manipuri elders prepare to hold a protest today against the demolition.
Author's summary: Demolition of Manipur Rajbari sparks condemnation and demands for reconstruction.
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