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A series of unforeseen circumstances forced a teenage Amarjit Maibam to take up work as a bus conductor on the route from Imphal to Moreh. But that was not the direction he meant to take.

He fought what many historians describe as the fiercest battle against the British in Indian history. Yet few Indians know about this martyr. #ForgottenHeroes #IndianIndependence

With a name that translates to ‘Jewelled Land', this beautiful northeastern state offers much to travellers in search of rich cultural traditions and strikingly scenic vistas.

Located in the heart of Imphal, Ima Keithal has long been an important meeting ground and trading hub of Manipur. Run entirely by women, this sprawling 500-year-old market represents the life and ethos of a state where women have long been at the forefront of commerce and socio-political protests.