Manipur: Pride and patriotism run deep in Churachandpur’s army families

Jun 28, 2025

Imphal/ Churachandpur (Manipur), 28 June, ANI: In Manipur’s Churachandpur—home to the Kuki-Zo tribe—over 10,000 Indian Army pensioners reside, many decorated with gallantry awards for their service across the country. Among them stands Subedar Major (Retd.) Kimkhankap, a Sena Medal awardee, who displayed exceptional bravery while fighting Pakistan-backed terrorists in the Kashmir Valley—his courage a shining example of the district’s unwavering patriotism. Many of these proud veterans, including Subedar Major (Retd.) G Nangsonthang, have valiantly served the nation—facing enemy fire in the 1999 Kargil War and standing tall in India’s hour of need. For the Kuki-Zo and other hill tribes in Churachandpur, a strong warrior ethos shapes their identity. Courage, discipline, and resilience make military service a respected and natural path — driven by cultural pride, patriotism, and the pursuit of stability. Inspired by their stories of courage and patriotism, many youths in Churachandpur are motivated to join the armed forces.