Manipur CM to Review Proposal to Make Loktak Day a State Festival

The Manipur Chief Minister has agreed to examine a proposal to declare Loktak Day, observed annually on 7 February, as a state festival. The initiative aims to recognize the cultural significance of Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India. By elevating the day to a state festival, officials hope to boost tourism and promote local traditions. The proposal was submitted to the CM by the state government, and a decision is expected in the coming weeks.