Manipur observed the 75th death anniversary of Lamyanba Hijam Irabot on 26 September 2026. Irabot (1896–1951) was a noted freedom fighter, social activist and communist leader from Manipur who championed the social and political rights of its people. From the 1930s he resisted British rule and spoke out against social and political inequality. He helped unite people across Manipur's communities and is remembered for his vision of equality, unity and justice. He died on 26 September 1951.