Shumang Leela Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, April 12 2018:
Manipur State Shumang Leela Council observed the Shumang Leela Day at Iboyaima Shumang Leela Shanglen, Palace Compound today.
On the occasion, Iboyaima Award 2018 was presented to renowned Shumang Leela artiste Huirem Ibomcha.
The award carries a cash prize of Rs 20000, a shawl and a citation.
Iboyaima Shumang Leela Fellowship 2017-18 was conferred to Herojit Nongmaithem of Naharolgi Thoudang.
The fellowship award carries a cash prize of Rs 24000, a shawl and a certificate.
The observance was graced by Art & Culture Minister L Jayantakumar as chief guest; ex-Minister & chief advisor of MSSLC Dr M Nara Singh as president; lifetime president of MSSLC Ph Gunachandra Sharma and MSSLC president Purnimashi Leima as guests of honour.
Speaking at the function, Jayantakumar called upon the people of the State to further develop Shumang Leela art form through which many influential messages can be conveyed to the masses.
He said that an interim plan has been included in the State budget to elevate the art form which is quite popular in the country.