Leishang Hiden Festival cum Expo to be held
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 22 2018:
With the intention to conserve and promote the historic Leishang Hiden, a first ever "Leishang Hiden Festival cum Expo, 2018 will be held.The above statement was made by Ph Landhoni Devi, advisor Leishang Hiden Protection and Development Authority (LHPD A), during a press meet held at Leishang Hiden today.
She said that the festival will begin on October 30 and continue till November 20 .
Traditional sports of the State including Hiyang Tannaba (boat race), Thang Ta, Mukna (traditional wrestling), Yubi Lakpi and Likon along with traditional dances and songs will be played/showcased as part of the festival, she added.
LHPDA, founding trustee, LC Romesh said various stalls will be opened for selling both foreign and traditional goods.
Maintaining that a special programme to meet prominent personalities is arranged for the festival, she added that a seminar and a painting competition on Leishang Hiden will also be organised.
He also appealed the public to support and take part in the festival.
CAF & PD Minister Karam Shyam, Works Minister Th Biswajit and Keirao AC MLA Lourembam Rameshwar Meitei, who are also a patron members of LHPDA will attend "Hiyang Tannaba (boat race)", a mega event of the festival.