MLA 50 A/C Longleng, A Pongshi Phom, EAC Dr Samuel Akho Konyak and others during the inauguration of Nangthu Morung at Pongo Village on October 24. (DIPR Photo)
LONGLENG, OCTOBER 24 (MExN): Nangthu Morung at Pongo Village under Longleng District was inaugurated on October 24 with A Pongshi Phom, MLA 50 A/C Longleng, as the special guest. He unfurled the monolith and dedicatory prayer was laid by B Chingmei Pastor, Pongo Baptist Church, a DIPR report stated.
Special guest, A Pongshi Phom, underscored the significance of education in the preservation of culture and heritage, stating, "Education serves as a means to safeguard culture and heritage. An integrated educational approach is indispensable in communicating the value of cultural heritage. We must promote cultural heritage preservation through education, as it represents a strategy for safeguarding both tangible and intangible cultural heritage."
Dr Samuel Akho Konyak, Extra Assistant Commissioner, in his speech emphasized that the younger generation must recognize the value and necessity of cultural preservation. Regardless of its scale, a society's cultural heritage and identity are sources of pride. The present generation should hold steadfast to the existing community and pass it on to the succeeding generations for sustained prosperity, he stated.
Short speeches delivered by T Lakba, chairman Pongo Village, Y L Anba Chairmen, Hongnyu Village and P Kangyong, 2nd GB, shared valuable insights and their vision for the community.
Nangthu Youths under the guidance of L Wannu & T Taukam delivered a captivating musical performance that deeply resonated with the audience. L Chingben, Teacher, presented an overview of the Morung construction,
