Chief Minister Nabam
Tuki has called upon the people to take full advantage of festivals by making
relationships and inter-mingling for peaceful coexistence that would pave the
way for state’s overall development in a congenial atmosphere.
Tuki said such
festivals are great occasions to know each other, mingle and develop a
relationship of mutual understanding and respect. “Festivals are not only a
bridge between us and our traditions but also an occasion to rebuild a society
of mutual understanding and trust,” he said and praised the Mishmis –
inhabiting Lohit, Dibang Valley, Lower Dibang Valley, Anjaw and upper reaches
of Upper Siang district – for sticking to their roots and preserving their rich
and colorful traditions.
Tuki however, expressed concern over
alienation of youths of some tribes from their cultural roots. “Most of our
youngsters do not even speak their mother tongue. This is not good for our future.
It’s our – elders’ – duty to pass on our rich cultural heritage to our youths.
Let our festivals be a gateway to our culture not only for the outside world
but our youngsters too,” he beckoned.
The Chief Minister reiterated that the govt
will always encourage celebration of indigenous festivals of all tribes and to
begin with, funds have been placed for celebration of main festivals of all the
major tribes of the state.
To a plea from local legislator Karikho Kri,
Tuki assured to place Rs 1.5 crore for construction of a Mishmi Cultural Center
at Teluliang from SPA. To a big round of applause, he also announced to provide
Rs 1 crore during the next financial year to develop the Tamladu Festival
Ground at Tezu. Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Ninong Ering, who
was the guest of honour of the celebration, also appreciated the Mishmis for
coming together to celebrate Reh under one umbrella for the first time.
He said the initiative would further
strengthen the bond between the Mishmis who are spread across five districts of
the state.
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