Imphal, 12 December 2017 ( Evening News ) : The 78th Nupi Lal Memorial Day was also observed at Ima Keithel in Khwairamband Bazar. Speaking on the occasion MAHUD Minister Thounaojam Shyam Kumar lauded the contribution of the Manipuri women towards the development of the state. Shyamkumar however expressed grave concern at the consumption of tobacco products by the Manipuri women and made an appeal to them to give up the habit of eating Zarda Paan. The Minister also offered floral tributes to those brave women who fought against the mighty British in 1939. Cultural Activist Ningthoucha Lancha stated that women must be included in decision making process and women must be given equal respect and equal regard. He also appealed to men not to delegate household chores to women alone but do them together. Prizes were also distributed to the winners of the  race conducted as part of the event. The race began from the Kangla and ended at Ima Keithel 1. Lamabam Ibemcha from Loitam Khunou bagged the first position, Phuritsabam Sanamacha from Senjam Chirang second and Pheiroijam Heiton from Kyamgei bagged the third place.