Folk songs of Tarao and Kom documented, released
Source: The Sangai Express/ DIPR
Imphal, April 22 2022:
Governor La Ganesan has said that there is a need to have a concrete plan for creating awareness about folk songs, folk tales and literature of all tribes among today's youth.
The Governor was speaking at the release function of documentation of folksongs of Tarao and Kom Janajati held today at Kalyan Ashram, Palace Compound in Imphal.
The Governor said steps must be taken to encourage more research and at the same time to consolidate all research works on history of tribes' literature so far and to identify and encourage new research projects.
He said it is important that the antiquity of folk songs and civilization must be explored.
While Tarao tribe is considered as the smallest in terms of population among 34 recognized tribes of Manipur, it is the responsibility of the Government to make every effort for its healthy growth and development so that posterity can benefit from the vast knowledge and ideas that rest within the Tarao and Kom folk songs, he added.
Lauding the efforts made by Kalyan Ashram, Manipur to document the folklore in digital format, the Governor said folk songs is one of the most challenging aspects of folklore as folk tunes render appropriate meaning to lyrics for correct understanding.
Kalyan Ashram has taken valuable initiative to document the folk songs of the two tribes which will really be an asset for the future generation and the Ashram will continue to document old folk songs of every tribe in future, he added.
Lt General (retd) K Himalay Singh also spoke on the importance of preserving the rich culture of tribals in the State and also thanked the initiative taken up by Kalyan Ashram, Manipur in this regard.
Kakching AC MLA M Rameshwar Singh and Ng Tejkumar Singh, president, Kalyan Ashram, Manipur and representatives of different tribes also attended the function.