Uikey, CM greet
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 22 2024:
Governor Anusuiya Uikey and Chief Minister N Biren Singh have conveyed their greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur on the auspicious occasion of Gaan Ngai 2024 .
In a statement, the Governor stated that the Kabui community celebrates Gaan Ngai, the "Festival of Winter Season", to pay obeisance and homage to the departed souls.
The festival also symbolizes bidding farewell to the old year gone by and heralding a New Year full of hope and aspirations.
On the occasion, Governor Uikey urged the people to join the celebration of Gaan Ngai in a spirit of friendship and brotherhood with traditional gaiety and devotion and ring in the New Year for a peaceful and prosperous Manipur.
Extending his warm wishes, especially to the Zeliangrong community, N Biren Singh said that the thanksgiving spirit of Gaan Ngai has a special relevance as the State is going through a tough phase.
"This relevance is that of enduring human resilience in the face of challenges for the preservation and survival of a community" he added.
The Chief Minister expressed hope for the cultural and religious post-harvest festival of the Zeliangrong community to spread the message of unity, love and brotherhood amongst all the communities in the State.