Sikpui Ruoi
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, December 09 2014:
The Imphal Hmar Sikpui Ruoi 2014 was celebrated today with pomp and gaiety at TRI Hall, Chingmeirong.
Sikpui Ruoi which literally means 'winter's feast' is a post harvest festival of the Hmar community celebrated with fanfare after a bountiful harvest.
Invocatory prayer, presentation of songs by renowned Hmar artists, Sikpui drama, cultural dance, couple show, speech from distinguished guest and Sikpui Pa, Miss Sikpui Ruoi contest and a grand feast (ruoi) marked the festival.
Platinum Jubilee commemorative stone of Hmar Students' Association (HSA) was also unveiled during the programme.
Dr Saidokhum Joute, Director, V&AH graced the festival as the Sikpui Pa Dr Chaltonlien Amo, chairman of HAC also attended the function.
Chairman of the organising committee, Laldawnlien Varte.
who is also the president of HYA headquarters said that the festival is celebrated as a post harvest festival of the Hmars.
He wished that celebration of the festival may bring communal harmony among the various ethnic groups of the State.
In the evening session, eight contestants sashayed the ramp vying for the coveted Miss Sikpui Ruoi 2014 title.