I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur on the auspicious and joyous occasion of If Yaosang “, the festival of colours.

Yaosang, one of the biggest festivals of Manipur, is a festival of joy and reconciliation when everybody old and young enjoy with gaiety and enthusiasm. Yaosang is a unique festival that brings people closer in a spirit of brotherhood and social harmony amongst the different communities in our State.

May the festival of colours bring peace, prosperity and happiness in the State and strengthen the social fabric further.