AAMIK's 3 day seminar underway
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 10 2019:
A 3-day State level seminar organised by Apunba Manipur Matam Ishei Kanglup (AMMIK) under the theme "Development of Manipur Matam Ishei with Traditional Value and Identity" began today at the premises of Indian Medical Association (IMA), Lamphelpat, Saturday.
Renowned film-maker, Aribam Shyam Sharma; Director, Chorus Repertory Theatre, Padmashree Ratan Thiyam and AMMIK, president Sagolsem Tijendra Singh graced the inaugural function as presidium members.
At the event, Ratan Thiyam said that singers of the past have contributed immensely in the upliftment/development Manipuri Matam Ishei by writing and composing songs which incorporate deep philosophy and moral values.
Speakers at the event encouraged lyricists to compose songs in ways which promote cultural, traditional values and identity.
The three day seminar was organised to with the aim to promote Matam Ishei which has its deep roots in the indigenous culture and tradition of the State, AMMIK said.