Minister Nemcha eulogises Manipur at Delhi event
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR
Imphal, November 17 2022:
Textiles, Commerce & Industries minister Nemcha Kipgen proclaimed Manipur as an epitome of "unity and diversity' by virtue of the state being home to 34 different tribes speaking different languages with distinct culture and tradition.
The minister raved about the state's cultural heritage and rich traditions during her speech at the Manipur Day Celebration of the 41st India International Trade Fair (IITF), 2022 held at Amphee Theatre of Pragati Maidan in New Delhi on Thursday.
Addressing the gathering, Nemcha Kipgen said that under leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and chief minister N Biren Singh both the country and the state of Manipur are scaling new height and heading towards the path of inclusive development.
Describing Manipur as a mini India abound with treasure trove of art and culture both in the Hills and the plains, she also referred to the highly acclaimed Ras Leela - the classic dance depicting the love of Krishna and Radha and Gopis' devotion to the Lord; Kut festival of the Kuki-Chin-Mizo; and the Lui-ngai-ni festival of the Nagas to corroborate that Manipur is home to various ethnic groups all bestowed with rich culture, custom and traditions.
The lone woman minister in the N Biren government also reminded the gathering that Manipur gave Polo to the world and that the state has been a force to reckon with in sports in the country.
Manipur produced many Olympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games champions like Mary Kom, Mirabai Chanu, Sushila Likmabam, Sushila Pukhrambam, Nilakanta Sharma, Nilakomol, Thoiba, Dingko, Kunjarani Devi and many more, Nemcha elaborated, adding that the state is also rich in handloom, handicrafts and pottery products reflecting the nature of the cultural diversities and socio-economic existence.
Handloom and handicraft are the largest cottage industry in the state, she added.
Cultural presentation by TAPASHYA and Traditional attire parade by Freeway were the cultural highlights of the evening.
Manipur Commerce and Industries director (trade) Yumnam Robita and Manipur Bhavan, New Delhi deputy resident commissioner LH Ngathingshim also attended the programme as president and guest of honour respectively.
The 41st India International Trade Fair (IITF) -2022 began with much fanfare on November 14 at Pragati Maidan and will continue till November 27.This year the theme of the trade fair is 'Vocal for Local, Local to Global' .