21st Guru Kirtana Seva 2014 held
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, October 07 2014:
The 21st Guru Kirtana Seva, 2014 (Festival of Nata Sanskirtana) organized by Gulapi Nata Sanskirtana Academy, Kwakeithel Nganapi Thong Mapal was held at Lamyanba Shanglen, Palace Compound here today with Deputy Chief Minister Gaikhangam; Laishom Ibomcha, MLA Keishamthong A/C and Dr RK Nimai, former Commissioner (Art & Culture) gracing the occasion as Chief Guest, President and Guest of Honor respectively.
Speaking on the occasion, Gaikhangam noted that various crimes happening every now and then including social unrest would have not witnessed, if all the people are religious as there is no room for violence, hatred and crime in the minds of a religious person.
Saying that love and peace will prevail in the society if people regard all the religions equally, the Dy CM added it is the duty of everyone to preserve the unique culture and tradition of the State.
Asserting that the academy has been playing an important role in preserving the culture of the State, Gaikhangam conceded that Nat Sanskirtan is a religious ritual which binds body, soul and spirit.
To mark the occasion, students and followers of Guru L Ibohalmacha presented Mengoi (Menkishi) Nata Sanskirtana.