IMPHAL, March 21 -- The 8th Death Anniversary of Rozer Irom was observed in a programme held at KT Girls Hostel located in Ghari today.

It was followed by a candle light vigil at the spot where Rozer breathed his last. A one minute silence was also observed for the peace of the departed soul.

The occasion was presided over by critics and theatre activist, Budha Chongtham; president AMSGO; Y. Renghang Chothe; state chief commissioner, Manipur State Bharat Scouts and Guides, Th. Ibopishak; president of Poirei Leima Meira Paibi Apunba Manipur, R.K Sanahanbi Devi, and president Kanglei Ema Lup.

Budha expressed his sadness and said parents look over their children like giving care to a young sapling. Departing in young age is like as if the...