
View of the upcoming Manipur State assembly complex in the heart of the Imphal valley is seen from the top of the city of Imphal, Manipur on Saturday, September 24. Imphal, the capital of Manipur is describe as ‘Switzerland of India’ by the Lord Irwin, Viceroy of British India and ‘The pearl of India’ by the late Indian Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru as it is situated in the picturesque tiny state of Manipur amidst the smoky blue hills. (Photo: Caisii Mao)