Saturday, February 21, 2009

Zomi Day celebrated

From M Kaimuanthang - Lamka, Feb 20: The 61st Zomi National Day has been celebrated in a decentralised way today by the Zo descendants living in every nook and corner of the world. In Churachandpur the main programmes were held at the Simte Youth Organisation's, hall from about 11 am with N Songchinkhup, president of the Zomi Council, ZC, unfurling the Zo flag followed by his address to the huge gathering.

It has been an occassion of colourful cultural exchange of the various tribes of Zomi's and the time for them to listen to the message of God from Reverend Thanglian.
There was also a show of different types of the modern dances like the choreography which has been gaining its importance along with artistes rocking the gathering.

A special message was given by the ZRO headquarters in the programme under the aegis of the Zomi Youth Association, ZYA.

At another place in Mission Compound the occasion was with Khaizasong attending it as a special guest.

A Musical Nite in which various popular musical bands like Falcon, Zorock, Rig Vedas, RDI and so many more local artistes entertained the audience.

At different places and abroad and in the states of the country the day was observed by organising functions as per the reports received.

At Tonjang near Behiang along the border it was celebrated with fanfare. T Hangkhanpau was the chief guest on the occasion.

At Sugnu, Mualnuam, Suangdoh, Ainah and Lungthul (L) and other places the day was celebrated.

Source: Imphal Free Press

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