Thang-ta subject introduced at Heritage Convent school
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, February 28 2020:
Thang-ta has been introduced as one of the subjects at Heritage Convent School, Uripok, under the aegis of Kanglei Indigenous Martial Arts & Cultural Society (KIMACS) today.
Speaking to media persons about the recent development, publicity and information secretary, KIMACS Thangjam Suraj said that initiative is a part of the ongoing effort by KIMACS to introduce Thang-ta as one of the optional subjects in schools.
He continued that it has undertaken this measure since 2003 to safeguard and promote the art form, which has deep rooted connections with the history and forefathers of the State.
As per the approval of the school authority, KIMACS is now opening Thang-ta classes for the students of Heritage Convent, he added.
He further expressed gratitude to the school authorities for granting permission to introduce the subject.
Suraj appealed to all the private, Government and aided schools to extend support and cooperation to KIMACS in inserting Thang-ta as a subject.