19th Shumang Leela Ningtham Kumhei from December 24
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 16 2022:
Manipur State Shumang Leela Council has postponed the 19th Shumang Leela Ningtham Kumhei due to medical issues faced by the artistes.
Previously slated to begin from December 20, the 19th Shumang Leela Ningtham Kumhei will now be held from December 24 to January 4 .
This was informed by Sougrakpam Hemanta, convenor of the 19th Shumang Leela Ningtham Kumhei and lifetime secretary of Manipur State Shumang Leela Council during a press conference held today at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen, Palace Compound.
Speaking on the occasion, Sougrakpam Hemanta shared that many drama troupes will be performing during the festival, such as Peace Maker Artist Association on December 24, Iramdam Manipur Artist Association on December 25, Nongin Shumang Leela Artist Association on December 26, Time Star Artist Association on December 27, Lamjingba Artist Association on December 28, Naharol Khongthang Artist Association on December 29, Sanaleipak Nachom Artist Association on December 30, Chumthang Creative Artist Association on December 31, Poklen Pokpa Artist Association on January 1, Kamakhya Sangeet Mandal on January 2, Apunba Artist Association on January 3 and Sangai Artist Association on January 4.He also appealed to Shumang Leela enthusiasts to get a taste of the festival this winter season where many new 'leelas' will be shown for the first time.
The gathering also observed a one-minute silence to mourn the passing of Gurumayum Bangka Sharma, guitarist, Naharol Khongthang Artist Association Shumang Leela Kanglup.
Dignitaries present at the press conference include L Tarpon, chairman, 19th Shumang Leela Ningtham Kumhei and advisor, Manipur State Sumang Leela Council; M Purnimashi Leima, president Manipur State Sumang Leela Council; Naba Wareppa, chairman, Academy Sub-Committee; Kshetri Jugindro, chairman, Award Committee; L Tomba, vice-president; Yumnam Nillachandra, general secretary and representatives of numerous Shumang Leela troupes.