Assam Rifles joins Gaan Ngai celebration
Source: Chronicle News Service
Noney, January 04 2023:
Noney Battalion Assam Rifles of 22 Sector Assam Rifles and Inspector General Assam Rifles (E) celebrated Gaan Ngai festival on Wednesday at Lubanglung village, Noney district.
The festival was celebrated with the Lubanglung villagers with the aim to recapitulate the cultural heritages and enlighten the younger generation about the festival.
Gaan Ngai is celebrated to worship Tingkao Rawang (the supreme god) as an extension of religious belief of followers of the Tingkao Rawang Chapriak.
Tingkao Rawang Chapriak means the religion of Tingkao Rawang.
The cultural celebration of the festival includes singing, dancing, etc.
This profound religious tradition has been passed down through the ages.
The event began with an informative lecture on the significance of Gaan Ngai followed by cultural dance.
A total of 130 villagers participated in the celebration of Gaan Ngai festival with enthusiasm.
The celebration concluded with distribution of refreshments and essential items to all attending villagers.