Paonii celebrated at Maiba, Senapati
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, May 28 2019:
The Maiba Youth and Students Union (MYSU) under Paomata block, Senapati district celebrated "Paonii" the sacred agricultural festival of the Poumai Naga tribe today.
Prior to the main festival, the previous day witnessed the preparation of the paddy beds and weeding.
Youth from neighbouring villages came and displayed the native talents and skills in Naga traditional wrestling competition.
The inaugural function was graced by S Alexander Maikho, Member, ADC, Senapati as the chief guest and Seimingthang Lenthang, MCS, SDO/BDO, Paomata as the president respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, Seimingthang Lenthang, MCS praised the hospitality from the people of the region.
The SDO/BDO of Paomata also praised the public for the cooperation they extended in any developmental works in the region.
Alex Maikho, Member, ADC, Senapati praised the bond between the villagers of Maiba and Saranamai which continued from time immemorial.
The festival is also celebrated in other villages.