Source: Huieyen News Network
Imphal, December 31 2008:
The Meitei Traditional Dance Teaching School and Performing Centre, Imphal observed its 16th foundation day at Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Dance Academy today.
Commissioner, Arts and Culture, P Bharat graced the function as chief guest.
He said, "The rich tradition of our forefather is playing a major role in the development of our state.
We should not commercialise our rich tradition".
"Many developmental works to preserve the rich heritage and culture of the state is being done.
It depends on the state government and the people for the development of Arts and Culture in our state" he added.
Padmashree Ningtho- ukhongjam Khelchandra, Senior Fellow of New Delhi presided over the function.
The chief guest and president of the function distributed awards and medals to the teachers and students of the school.