IMPHAL: Athuan Abonmai, the NPF, Manipur State general secretary while dismissing certain reports that opined the wrong choice of NPF candidate in Soso Lorho for the Manipur Outer Lok Sabha constituency in the just concluded poll was responsible for the defeat of the NPF, has said that Soso Lorho was not just hand-picked as the NPF candidate but series of consultations, deliberations and cross-examinations had zeroed in on the candidate.
According to Athuan Abonmai, taking into account Soso Lorho's political experience, principle, integrity, popularity, stability, political vision and political wisdom, the Central NPF leaders had decided to field him in the just concluded Lok Sabha election in Manipur Outer seat. Athuan Abonmai also said Soso Lorho is one leader who understands the sentiments of the down-trodden people, the marginalised and weaker section of the society.
Meanwhile, the NPF, Manipur State general secretary said had there been no irregularities, booth capturing and EVM manipulations the NPF candidate could have won the Manipur Outer seat by a huge margin. Athuan Abonmai also said there have been overwhelming people's support on the NPF candidate.
I will remain in your service: Soso Lorho
Imphal, May 19 (NNN): Defeated Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency candidate Soso Lorho has extended his gratitude to the people of Manipur state in general and the voters of the Outer-Manipur Parliamentary constituency in particular for supporting my candidature during the 16th Lok Sabha Election 2014.
Imphal, May 19 (NNN): Defeated Outer Manipur Lok Sabha constituency candidate Soso Lorho has extended his gratitude to the people of Manipur state in general and the voters of the Outer-Manipur Parliamentary constituency in particular for supporting my candidature during the 16th Lok Sabha Election 2014.
"I am indebted to you all for your unstinted support and sympathy which shall remain cherished throughout my life. In spite of my defeat due to manipulation through conspiracy from some quarters, we have overcome the communal elements as I was supported by all section of people both hill and valley irrespective of caste and creed," Soso Lorho said.
My special gratitude goes to all those civil societies, public leaders, church leaders, various community leaders and all those who extended their valuable support in different forms, financially, materially, physically, morally as well as prayer support, etc, he added.
He then said his gratitude would be incomplete if he fails to acknowledge the support and encouragement of the NPF central leaders, state leaders, district and area levels, etc. for projecting him as the party candidate.
"I also reaffirmed my commitment to work for the cause of the people especially the neglected and down-trodden one in the days to come. And I would always remain in your service," Soso Lorho added.
