Tangkhul traditional log drum beating performed on 2nd day of VKL conference / sports meet
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, January 18 2019:
The students of Khangkhui Khullen village enthralled the gathering on the second day of XVI general conference cum sports meet of Veikhang Katamnao Long (VKL) by beating the Tangkhul log drum which captivated the attention of the villagers with its fascinating sound.
ZEO, Ukhrul RK Makaohei Singh inaugurated the Veikhang Students Conference yesterday by hoisting the VKL flag as the chief guest at Khangkhui Khullen ground.
RK Makaohei lauded the students organization for their effort to preserve their tradition, culture and identity by organising such competition which has given them an opportunity to expose their talents.
Ringphapam Kasar president VKL in his welcome speech said that the annual event will enable the youth of the villages in promoting sports activities beside education.
The traditional beating of log drum added much fervor to visitors and the crowd as well, reports our correspondent.
Folk dance, song and tug of war competition were held unit wise.
Khayui Raleng attended the Cultural day on the second day as the chief guest while Khareithan Phungchamnao and Ringphami Mashangva were present as the guests of honour.