Manipur on December 12, 2020 observed the 81st anniversary of the ‘women’s war’ (Nupi Lan Day). The official function was held at the “Women’s War Memorial Complex” (Nupi Lan Memorial Complex) in Imphal.
What is women’s war (Nupi Lan Day)?
- On December 12, 1939, the women fought against the British after some of its officials colluded with traders to export the nutritious Manipuri rice, pushing people to the point of starvation.
- Following their protest, the export order was revoked.
(The Hindu)
