Nagas in Manipur remember sacrifices of ‘martyrs'
ANSAM observes the day to mark the sacrifice of nine people — Shelly Chara, Ashun R Jangvei, Ng Sanii, Namthurei Abonmei, Gemcliff Zimik, Neli Chakho Mao, Dikho Loshou Mao, Mayopam ramror and Ramkashing Vashi. The nine persons had sacrificed their lives while fighting for the Nagas cause in different incidents.
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