Kangla Nongpok Torban

Not to be confused with Kangla Nongpok Thong.

Kangla Nongpok Torban
Imphal River Front
A signboard at the Kangla Nongpok Torban, writing in Meitei (officially called Manipuri) and English
Type	recreation area, riverfront
Location	Imphal West district, Manipur
Nearest city	Imphal
Founder	Government of Manipur
Owned by	Government of Manipur
Administered by	Government of Manipur
Open	5 AM to 7 PM
Water	Imphal River
Facilities	open gym, walking track, cycling track, food plaza, kiosks, performance stage

Kangla Nongpok Torban or Eastern Bank of the Kangla is a riverside recreation area, on the eastern bank of the Imphal River in Imphal, Manipur, India. It was developed under the aegis of Imphal Smart City Limited. With the length of approximately 700 metres (2,300 ft), it covers its area from the Sanjenthong Bridge in the South to the Nongpok Thong (Meitei for 'eastern bridge') of Kangla Fort in the North.[1][2]

Opening hours

Kangla Nongpok Torban is open from 5AM to 7PM. The ticket counter closes at 6:30 PM, half an hour before the park closes.[1]closed every Monday for maintenance.[3] Early morning walkers are allowed to enter free of charge until 8AM. However, visitors are charged ₹20 (equivalent to ₹21 or 24¢ US in 2023) per person for entry to the area from after 8AM.[2]

Features and facilities

The Kangla Nongpok Torban includes an open gym, walking track, cycling track, exercise, food plaza, kiosks and a performance stage. 10 bicycles are available for visitors to hire by booking though a mobile app opened under the smart city project.[1]

During September 2022, the Bio Clean Water Care Service OPC Private Limited installed four bio toilets in the Kangla Nongpok Torban under PPP model. Its service and maintenance are provided by the installing agency without taking any charges from the government.

The four toilets are meant for ladies, gents, handicapped and transgender people .[4]

Development

In the first phase of development work, stretching approximately 700 metres of area, the Kangla Nongpok Torban is fully developed starting from "Sanjenthong" to the "Nongpok Thong". In the second phase of development work, the Kangla Nongpok Torban is planned to be stretched further from "Nongpok Thong" to "Minuthong".[5][6]

Campaigns

On 25 June 2022, a campaign named "Green Imphal City Campaign" was organised under the theme "Planting towards Greener, Cleaner Imphal" by the Department of Municipal Administration, Housing and Urban Development (MAHUD) in the Kangla Nongpok Torban.[7][8]

See also

• Kangla Sanathong
• Statue of Meidingu Nara Singh
• Hijagang
• Iputhou Pakhangba Laishang
• Manung Kangjeibung
• Museums in Kangla

References

1. "Kangla Nongpok Torban adds new colour to Imphal, but senior citizen seeks relaxation in entry fee". Imphal Free Press. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
2. "Kangla facility turning into favourite recreational spot: 25th may22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
3. "Kangla facility to close on June 6, 7: 05th jun22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
4. "Bio-toilet complex inaugurated: 19th sep22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
5. "Kangla facility turning into favourite recreational spot: 25th may22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
6. "No investor for multi-tier parking project: 31st aug22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022. Regarding development of Kangla Nongpok Torban as part of beautification plan of Imphal city under Smart City project, the IMC officer said that Kangla Nongpok Torban project will be extended further to the northern side and Ima Keithel Road development will be extended up to Khoyathong junction.
7. "Green Imphal campaign". www.thesangaiexpress.com. Retrieved 28 September 2022.
8. "Green Imphal campaign: 26th jun22 ~ E-Pao! Headlines". e-pao.net. Retrieved 28 September 2022.

External links

• "Kangla facility turning into favourite recreational spot – Manipur News". 24 May 2022. Retrieved 28 September 2022.