With a blade in hand he cut his index finger and wrote a love story! I never knew who he was but I knew he was a human being! I’m unmarried and just waiting for him and in any case I have lived my age…………!
-The Northeast region of India has deep, historical connections to the Mahabharata epic, with various locations and characters associated with the war and the Pandavas’ exile.
-Key connections include:
-Manipura (Manipur): Arjuna traveled here during his exile, met and married the princess Chitrangada. They had a son named Babruvahana, who later ruled this kingdom.
-Pragjyotishpura (Assam): Ruled by King Bhagadatta, who participated in the Kurukshetra war with his army. Bhagadatta is mentioned in the Udyogparva as the son of Narakasura.
-Hidimba (Nagaland): The demon Hidimba, whose sister married Bhima to have a son named Ghatotkacha, ruled in the region of modern-day Dimapur.
-Tezpur (Assam): Known as the site of the battle between Krishna (Hari) and Shiva (Hara/Banasura) to rescue Krishna’s grandson Aniruddha, who was in love with Banasura’s daughter Usha. The name Tezpur is associated with the “rivers of blood” in this conflict.
-Tripura: The Druhyus of Tripura are mentioned as taking sides in the war.
-Khasi People (Meghalaya): Folklore links the tribe’s traditional archery customs—specifically not using the thumb—to the legend of Ekalavya giving his thumb as Guru Dakshina.
-Arunachal Pradesh: The Idu Mishmi tribe traces its lineage to Rukmini, the wife of Krishna. ……………….!
-SALUTING THE BRAVE: 191ST RAISING DAY OF ASSAM RIFLES On the occasion of the 191st Raising Day of AssamRifles on 24 March 2026, we pay heartfelt tribute to the bravehearts who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. Their courage, valour and unwavering dedication continue to inspire us all to uphold the highest traditions of the Force. Known as the Sentinels of the North East, Assam Rifles stands as a symbol of pride, resilience and selfless service to the nation……………These were the lines on which we had to write the script and we did so……………(The man with his2 finger sliced off wrote this one………..but still waiting for him……….
-Northeast India’s unsung heroes are courageous freedom fighters and leaders who played pivotal roles in resisting British colonial rule but often went unrecognized in mainstream history. Key figures include Rani Gaidinliu (Manipur), who launched an armed revolt at age 13, and U Kiang Nangbah (Meghalaya), who led the Jaintia rebellion.
-Other notable figures who contributed to the region’s resistance and integration include:
-Sambhudhan Phonglo (Assam): A Dimasa leader who organized a grassroots revolution against British forces.
-Matmur Jamoh (Arunachal Pradesh): An Adi tribal leader who rebelled against the British in 1911.
-Kushal Konwar (Assam): A Gandhian martyr hanged for his role in disrupting British supply lines.
-Major Bob Khating (Manipur): Led the 1951 mission to peacefully bring Tawang under Indian administration.
-Bir Tikendrajit Singh (Manipur): A leader in the 1891 Anglo-Manipur War who defended the state’s sovereignty.
-Bhogeshwari Phukanani (Assam): A freedom fighter who died while participating in the Quit India Movement.
-These figures, along with many others, are being increasingly recognized for their sacrifices for India’s freedom and identity.
-I also tore of my little note for him in blood and told him that we 3the people of Nortwh-East believe in true love……….For last thirty years we have not met but the first man to connect with me from North……………
The Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary force known as the “Sentinels of the Northeast,” celebrates its Raising Day on March 24. On March 24, 2026, the force celebrated its 191st Raising Day, commemorating its formation in 1835 as the ‘Cachar Levy’ to protect tea estates, reported Daily Excelsior.
-Key details regarding the celebration:
Significance: The day commemorates the establishment of the force, which was originally raised to protect British tea estates and settlements, notes the Assam Rifles website.
-191st Celebration: In 2026, celebrations took place in various locations including Shillong, Manipur, and Assam, involving flag hoisting, wreath-laying ceremonies, and community engagement activities.
-Legacy: The force, often referred to as the “Friends of the Hill People,” was formed with roughly 750 men and has evolved into a vital force for security and counter-insurgency, according to the Wikipedia entry for Assam Rifles and the Assam Rifles website.
-Leadership: On the 191st Raising Day, the Director General of Assam Rifles, Lt General Vikas Lakhera, paid homage to personnel who made the supreme sacrifice, reported DE.
-The force is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) but is operationally efficient under the Indian Army, often nicknamed “right arm of the civil and left arm of the military”.
-The Assam Rifles, India’s oldest paramilitary force (est. 1835), are “Sentinels of the Northeast” known for counter-insurgency and border security. Modern heroes include personnel honoured in operations against militants, such as those in the 7th Battalion involved in Operation Dudhi, and those maintaining peace, with over 1,169 personnel having laid down their lives since independence.
-Modern Day Heroes and Notable Mentions:
-Operation Dudhi Heroes (1991): Survivors of a fierce encounter, honored 31 years later, led by Naib Subedar Padam Bahadur Chhetri (7th Battalion) who gunned down 72 extremists, The Hindu reports.
-Gallantry Awardees: The force includes winners of 4 Ashoka Chakras, 33 Kirti Chakras, and 147 Shaurya Chakras.
-Rifleman Late Nokzar: Honoured for supreme sacrifice in Manipur during a terrorist ambush in 2025 Facebook post from Assam Rifles.
-R. Sopu Angami: A decorated Village Guards veteran, honored by 28 Assam Rifles for dedicated service Facebook post from Assam Rifles.
-Operation Excellence: They maintain high security, often called “Hounds From The Hell” by insurgent groups due to their jungle warfare skills.
-191st Raising Day (March 24, 2026): Celebrated to honor the sacrifices and dedication of 46 battalions and over 65,000 personnel, Facebook post from Assam Rifles.
We hereby are concluding with a love story from North-East: The tragic love story of Tonu Laijing Lembi and Kadeng Thangja Hanba (circa 12th century) is a legendary tale from ancient Moirang, Manipur. Kadeng, a skilled courtier, loved the beautiful Tonu, but she was married to the King of Moirang while Kadeng was away on royal duty. Despite their love, they were separated by duty and fate.
-Characters: Tonu Laijing Lembi (daughter of a courtier) and Kadeng Thangja Hanba (a respected warrior/courtier).
-Plot: Kadeng loved Tonu, but during his absence from Moirang to perform a duty for King Iwang Puriklai Laijing Punsiba, the king took Tonu as his own wife.
-Significance: This story is part of the “Moirang Kangleirol,” a series of famous romantic tragedies from Manipur that hold deep cultural significance, much like the stories of Khamba and Thoibi, according to E-Pao.
-Cultural Context: Such tales are known as Phunga Wari (kitchen fire stories), traditionally passed down by elders in Manipur, notes Facebook.
-Another notable, simpler, and folk-based love story is that of Meiriang and Lubuannei, a Zeliangrong (Naga) tale from Tamenglong, Manipur, where an orphaned boy and his childhood friend overcome social dynamics, notes Rongmei …!
