Kumo Sha inaugurates curtain raiser of 3rd State Level Barak Festival
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, December 11 2022:
Karong AC MLA, J Kumo Sha today inaugurated the curtain raiser of the 3rd State Level Barak Festival, 2022 at Liyai village, the origin of Barak River.
The programme began with blessings from the village chief of Liyai Khullen village.
Speaking as the chief guest, Kumo Sha stated that the State Government had declared Barak Festival as a State level festival and highlighted the role of the villagers in this aspect as the river originates from the village.
As a measure to protect and preserve the environment, the MLA urged the villagers to plant more trees and preserve them in order to sustain the river water.
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He also paid his heartfelt condolences to the families of late Louno Andrew who was from the village and had contributed greatly for the welfare of the village, community and the district.
The MLA assured to provide a separate budget for the curtain raiser program of the festival to make the observation a grand one.
Thaikho Peter, former executive member ADC Senapati also graced the event as the guest of honour.
The Liyai villagers gave a traditional welcome to the visiting guests.
The main event is scheduled to be celebrated on December 13 and 14 with Chief Minister N Biren Singh to grace the inaugural function as the chief guest.