Costumes worn by Shri Shri Govindajee reflect Manipur's rich tradition of textiles,
advanced knowledge of dyeing, says Governor
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 20 2024:
Governor Anusuiya Uikey on Wednesday graced the book release function of the book entitled "Shri Shri Govindajee Gi Phijol (Vesh)" written by Pukhrambam James Singh of Manipur University of Culture and Professor Shukhdeba Sharma Hanjabam of Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak (MP) at Shri Shri Govindajee Temple Complex, Imphal.
The book release function was jointly organised by Shri Shri Govindajee Board, Imphal, JN Manipur Dance Academy, Imphal and Intellectual Forum of North East (IFNE)-Manipur, said a release issued by PRO Raj Bhavan.
Addressing the gathering, Anusuiya Uikey expressed a sense of delight on her visit to Shri Shri Govindajee temple during the Holi festival.
She also lauded the efforts of the authors in publishing the book in illustrated colours depicting the costumes worn by Shri Shri Govindajee who is worshiped as the supreme deity by Gaudiya Vaishnavas, on various occasions.
Pointing out that through the book, she was informed that the beautiful attires of Shri Shri Govindajee were the result of gradual cultural evolution by the Maharajas/Kings of Manipur since the reign of Rajarshi Bhagyachandra, the Governor said, "This cultural expression and attires of Shri Shri Govindajee introduces Manipur to Hinduism".
She continued that the costumes also reflect Manipur's rich tradition of textiles and advanced knowledge of dyeing with various indigenous plants, herbs, trees, etc.
"Most of their colours are a reflection of Manipuri life and its cultural expressions.
These practices need to be told and kept alive to the future generation", she added.
The Governor asserted that the book is available in various universities & institutions of Manipur and is being studied in dance & music courses.
While mentioning the evolution of Hinduism in Manipur and rich cultural heritage of the state, the Governor called for collective efforts to restore normalcy and peace by following the principles of love and harmony so that the tradition of peaceful co-existence continues.
Anusuiya Uikey also took part in the Gwal Aarti at Shri Shri Govindajee Temple after the function.
Prof Naorem Lokendo Singh, VC, Manipur University; Prof Paonam Gunindro Singh, VC Manipur University of Culture; Prof Nongmaithem Rajmuhon Singh, VC, Dhanamanjuri University and S Tarun Kumar Sharma, Member, Shri Shri Govindajee Temple Board also graced the occasion as presidium members.