Social Welfare Minister Ak Mirabai has stated that the govt has decided to take all necessary steps to strengthen the Directorate of Information and Public Relations. Speaking on the 41st foundation day of Sanaleibak Daily held yesterday at the Banquet hall of Hotel Imphal the minister said the government is trying to set up its office in all the districts. She also said the govt acknowledges the role of entrepreneurs in the development of the state. The minister added that people should recognise the role of the media which is the backbone in a democratic set up. Former Thongju MLA Bijoy Koijam, and several media personalities took part in the function.