Maring workshop concludes
Source: Hueiyen News Service / Gyanand Naorem
Kakching, August 17 2013 :
A 3-day long workshop on cultural & traditional practices of Maring tribe concluded at Khukarthil Village in Chandel District today.
The workshop was organised by Maring Clans Forum with an objective to uplift and preserve the customary and traditional practices of the indigenous Maring people.
Th.Leirung Tantanga, Secretary of Art and Culture of Maring Uparap Assembly attended the valedictory function of the workshop as chief guest.
During the 3-day long workshop, 10 resource persons spoke and presented papers on topics related to functions, festivals, rituals, village administrations, etc, practised by the Marings since time immemorial.
On the concluding day, interaction and discussion was also facilitated with panelist from Maring Literature Society and Maring Clans Forum's Executive members.
The workshop was attended by Tribe leaders, village authorities, student leaders and intellectuals of Maring Tribe.