The third day of the cultural extravaganza at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, was marked by vibrant cultural performances from different tribes. The morning session was graced by Director General of Assam Rifles Lt. Gen PC Nair as chief guest while Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Pema Khandu was the chief guest for the afternoon session. The host for the morning session was Nagaland Legislative Assembly Speaker Sharingain Longkumer and advisor Agriculture, Mhathung Yanthan as co-host.
In his address, Lt. Gen PC Nair commended the vitality of Nagaland’s traditions, symbolized by the rhythmic beats of drums and resounding cheers. He expressed the Assam Rifles’ commitment to maintaining peace and prosperity in Nagaland. Lt. Gen Nair highlighted various initiatives, including a noble project focusing on training 32 students from remote areas for national-level competitive exams in Medical and Engineering.
The cultural fiesta featured traditional dances and songs by cultural troupes representing Angami, Chang, Garo, Ao, Tikhir, Chakhesang, Kuki, Konyak, and Khiamniungan tribes. The event began with a traditional welcome for the guests, accompanied by howlings, and a traditional blessing by tribal guest Vilazosie Punyü, Head GB of Khonoma Village.
The host and co-host for the afternoon session was minister Public Health Engineering & Cooperation Jacob Zhimomi and advisor Printing & Stationery, Kropol Vitsu respectively.
Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Passang D Sona; General Manager North Frontier Railways Dr. Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, Northeast Frontier Railway DRM Prem Ranjan Kumar, Alexandro, Capt. Raghu from Adani Group and Baichung Bhutia were the honoured guests for the afternoon session.
The session featured cultural songs and dances performed by Lotha, Phom, Pochury, Rengma, Sangtam, Sumi, Kachari, Yimkhiung and Zeliang cultural troupes.