People braving the inclement weather come in large number to pay tribute to the martyrs.
People representing various communities, religions attired in their traditional dresses were standing in serpentine queue waiting for their turn to pay homage to the heroes.
In June 2001, there was a massive uprising in Manipur after the Central government decided to extend truce with NSCN (IM) beyond Nagaland.
The expansionist policy of NSCN (IM) was protested and in CRPF and police firing 18 persons were killed.
Every year the day is observed in various places of the state.