Chandel, May 23 (MExN): With the objective of preserving their rich culture and to ensure that age-old tradition permeates down to the younger generation, the Lamkangs, an indigenous Naga tribe of Manipur, observed ‘Lamkang Culture Day 2017’ on May 20 at P. Lalringkhu village, in Chandel district. The mega-cultural event was attended by Lamkang people residing in different parts of the country, including some senior Lamkang officers of the Government of India. While Shetvor Dilbung, a senior exponent of Lamkang literature unfurled the LNKK flag, the event was declared open by Rev.Fr. Albert Leivon, Dean of St Thomas’s Seminary, Imphal. The main highlights of the event included Dance, Folk song singing and Drum beating competition, release of culture and literature related DVDs and Books, and showcasing of creative talent through fusion music by young and budding talents. Well above fourteen Cultural troopes took part in the competitions. As mark of re-visiting the tradition, a refreshment of specially cooked rice and meat were served to the participants, while tea was served in traditional style bamboo cups.
