MLA Jwenga Seb addressing the inaugural of the 1st Wokha Winter Fiesta-Music, Eco-Tourism & Adventure 2023 at Lanchuju Eryu, Doyang, Wokha on December 7. (Morung Photo)
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Wokha| December 7
The 1st Wokha Winter Fiesta-Music, Eco-Tourism & Adventure 2023 under the theme ‘Explore, Discover and Grow’, organised by Team Metamorphosis in collaboration with Department of Tourism, GON was inaugurated at Lanchuju Eryu, Doyang, Wokha on December 7. The event will be held till December 13 with so many captivating activities, offering holistic experience, blending music, Eco- tourism and adventure.
The grand opening Ceremony cum Inauguration of stalls was graced by MLA, GON Jwenga Seb as the Chief Guest.
Addressing the Event, MLA Jwenga Seb expressed gratefulness for such a warm welcome and making him part of this historic event. He maintained that Doyang is not only beautiful but has boundless natural resources, huge biodiversity including the roosting place of the celebrated Amur Falcon of the world. He also viewed that this Winter Fiesta is an extension of the renowned Hornbill Festival which showcases the rich culture heritage of Nagaland, which is indeed a testament to the remarkable efforts of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio to promote Tourism and provide unforgettable experiences to visitors.
He also delved on the theme of this event, emphasizing that it resonates deeply in the essence of the Human Nature while remarking that everyone is born with inmate curiousity such as to explore the world around us, to discover new horizon and to grow as individuals. He also added that Music, Eco-Tourism and Adventure are three integral aspects of this programme as Music has the power to transcend boundaries and bring people together, it also heals the broken relationship and evoke emotions that words cannot express.
He expressed gratitude to Team Metamorphosis for their commendable initiative, showcasing Nagaland's untapped potential. Also addressing the government efforts to boost tourism through various schemes, he urged people to leverage these opportunities, inspired by Metamorphosis's example. Stressing self-reliance, he advised not to solely relying on the government for jobs but harnessing personal potential and resources while showcasing them authentically. He also encouraged the Youths to wake up, see and learn how people from other countries are developing and urged them to developed and exhale the entrepreneurship spirit in them inorder to empowerment themselves while preserving the Natural Resources, Environment and promoting Ecotourism.
In conclusion, he advocated becoming versatile, excelling in one's strengths, and contributing positively to the world.
ADC Sanis Zuring Madeliang extended gratitude for choosing the area for the hornbill extension festival, commending Team Metamorphosis for their ongoing commitment to societal welfare. She lauded their creative curation of diverse and engaging events while expressing a desire for the program's sustainability, as the organizers aim for it to become an annual occurrence.
Chief Team Metamorphosis, Thungdemo Kyong, on his welcome addressed highlighted the purpose of this Winter Fiesta Event. He maintained that the purpose of organizing this event was not just to obtained benefits for the team but for the whole society. Just some few people getting the beneficial opportunity will never bring sustainability in the society, he added. He expressed that when we all come together, work together then we will all grow together.
The day one of 1st WWF-META 2023 experienced various Indigenous games and activities including Kayaking, Ziplining, Camping, DJ Night etc.
It was informed that the Wokha Winter Fiesta event will be held annually by Team Metamorphosis with a vision to preserve and promote rich eco-tourism along with positive traditions and culture of our forefathers. It is also a step towards promoting socio-economic sustainable development, better livelihood and a better future fostering a deeper connection with Doyang scenic beauty and the rich Lotha community’s vibrant culture.
