Yaoshang greetings
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 17 2022:
Governor La Ganesan has greeted the people of Manipur on the occasion of Yaoshang which will be celebrated from March 18 to 22 .
In his greeting, the Governor said that the festival of Holi known as Yaoshang in the State is celebrated at the onset of spring every year.
Saying that the festival is marked by fun and gaiety imbued with spiritualism and added it has now become a sports movement, La Ganesan appealed to all to celebrate Yaoshang in its true spirit.
Caretaker Chief Minister N Biren Singh also extended his warm greetings to the people on the occasion of Yaoshang.
In his message, he said, "Yaoshang is one of the biggest festivals of the Meitei community.
It is celebrated with much enthusiasm and great joy by everyone irrespective of age and gender.
Although playing with colours, Thabal Chongba and cultural performances are important ingredients of Yaoshang, a trend of channeling the festive energy towards sporting events to spot talents at the grassroots has been witnessed over the years" .
He added that one of the special features of Yaoshang is organizing of grand feasts in local communities, where women of the locality gather and interact.
N Biren Singh further said that he joins the people of Manipur in the celebration of this colourful festival and wishes that this festival of colours may bring joy and happiness to all.
Mayang Imphal AC MLA K Robindro too greeted the people of Manipur on the occasion and urged all to always stick to the SOPs for COVID-19 .