Candlelight vigil held at Kangla for slain Manipuri guitarist Chongtham Vikram

A candlelight vigil was held at the Western Gate of Kangla in Imphal on September 8 in memory of Manipuri guitarist Chongtham Vikram, who allegedly died after being assaulted in Delhi.

The vigil was organised by the Thangmeiband United Club (TUC), with people from different sections of society gathering to pay tribute to the musician and seek justice for his family.

Participants lit candles and raised slogans such as “We want justice for Chongtham Vikram”, demanding a thorough investigation into his death and accountability for those responsible.

Vikram, 54, was known for his contribution to Manipur’s music scene as a guitarist. He allegedly came under attack outside his residence at Kilokari Ashram in Delhi’s Sunlight Colony after objecting to disorderly conduct.

The gathering at Kangla reflected growing concern in Manipur over the circumstances surrounding Vikram’s death, with participants calling for justice and a fair investigation into the case.