Bhopal: Manipuri ‘Kangla Gate’ coming up at IGRMS

BHOPAL: Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Manav Sangrahalaya, Bhopal is installing ‘Kangla Gate’ at the entrance of the open-air exhibition Tribal Habitat. A group of 15 traditional artisans from Manipur, under the leadership of Ibomcha Meitei are constructing the gate.  Kangla is the ancient capital of Manipur. It is situated on the western bank of Imphal River. ‘Kangla’ was the royal palace since the reign of Pakhangba who ascended the throne in 33 AD, according to Cheitharol Kumbaba, the royal chronicle of Manipur.  ‘Kangla’ is not only the seat of political power but also a holy place.