New Year 2008

Dr Sidhu greets people:

Imphal, Dec 31: On the occasion of New Year's Day 2008, Governor Dr SS Sidhu has conveyed best wishes to the people of Manipur.

In his message, the Governor said that New Year's Day is not only an occasion for introspection but also for searching and evolving new resolutions for the coming year.

Dr Sidhu also wished every one a new year full of peace, happiness, contentment, progress and prosperity.

Greeting the people on the occasion of New Year's Day, Chief Minister O Ibobi called upon all to make a firm resolution to fight and defeat the evil designs of divisive and disruptive forces.

The Chief Minister further appealed to the people to join hands in the noble task for restoring peace and prosperity in Manipur.

MPCC president Gaikhangam wished that the New Year may bring about peace, harmony and prosperity for all.

"Let violence and conflict give way to love and peace in the State with the arrival of 2008," said Lok Sabha MP Dr T Meinya in his new year greeting.

DG AR Lt Gen Paramjit Singh, GOC Lt Gen MS Dadwal and IGAR (S) Maj General Chengappa have also extended their New Year greetings to the people of Manipur and prayed for a peaceful 2008.MPP president Dr Chandramani wished that the new year may herald peace and prosperity in Manipur.

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