Reeta Sahi, Zonal President Army Wives Welfare Association, Spear Corps, Maj Gen Sumit Kabthiyal, GOC, Red Shield Division and others during the inauguration of Indian Army Morung at Kisama Village on December 1. (Photo Courtesy: PRO, Ministry of Defence)
KOHIMA, DECEMBER 2 (MExN): Setting up a new precedence, an Army Morung has been established at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama at the ongoing Hornbill Festival, showcasing rich culture and heritage of the Naga people and their contribution towards the nation building. The Army Morung pays rich tribute to the valiant soldiers and outstanding sportspersons of Nagaland, in coordination with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Nagaland.
The Morung of Indian Army was inaugurated by Reeta Sahi, Zonal President Army Wives Welfare Association, Spear Corps at Hornbill Festival on December 1, showcasing the valiant history of the fearless Naga soldiers and martyrs. It has a dedicated corner made in memory of Captain N Kengruse, MVC (Posthumous), who attained martyrdom during Op Vijay in 1999. The Morung also highlights the contribution and accomplishments of the sportspersons of Nagaland, a press release issued by PRO & spokesperson, Ministry of Defence, Manipur, Nagaland and Southern Arunachal Pradesh informed.
The Red Shield Division of the Spear Corps has facilitated a musical fountain at the Heritage Village providing further colour and festive ambience to the venue of the Mega Festival, along with an Army Band playing traditional martial tunes. Drinking water facility, public conveniences and water coolers have been constructed, catering for basic amenities for a large number of visitors which congregate for the Hornbill Festival every year.
The projects were inaugurated by the Temjen Imna Along, Minister of Tourism, Government of Nagaland. Maj Gen Sumit Kabthiyal, GOC, Red Shield Division handed over the projects to the festival authorities during a the opening ceremony.
The Indian Army Morung will be open to visitors for the entire duration of the Hornbill Festival with the Army Bands display, contributing to the festive atmosphere.
During the Festival, the family members of Captain N Kengruse, MVC (P) will be felicitated in a special ceremony being organised on December 7, 2023.
