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By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb21 2023

Cooperation Minister Nemcha Kipgen urged the farmers in the fishery sector to execute their work sincerely and with sheer dedication while assuring that all necessary funds will be provided for the development of this sector.

The Minister made the above appeal while speaking at the launching programme of “Online Portal for Registration” of Cooperative Societies and inauguration of a training program for farmers held today at Cooperative Complex, Lamphelpat.

While stating that the cooperative sector is one of the effective tools to develop the State, she reiterated the role of cooperative movement in the socio-economic development of the State. She appealed to all to make Manipur, a model cooperative State in India and beyond. She stated that the newly launched portal for registration of cooperative societies will ease the process involved in the registration.

People can register at their own convenience through the newly launched portal, she added. The Minister further informed that through the portal, one can check the status of their registration. As per Manipur Public Services Delivery Guarantee Act, 2021, registration must be completed within 30 Days, she said.

The Minister called upon all to utilize the portal with the sole objective to develop the socio-economic condition of the people. It may be mentioned that the newly launched online portal for cooperative registration is taken up under the initiative of “Business Reforms Action Plan” (BRAP).

Manipur govt launches online portal for registration of cooperative societies

This initiative will ease G2C (Government to Citizen) services and C2G (Citizen to Government) services for Ease of Doing Business (EODB). Maintaining that the fishery sector plays an important role in utilizing the State’s available resources for economic growth, the Minister informed that the State Cooperation Department has approached the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) for financial assistance under fishery projects to improve the condition of fishery cooperative societies in Manipur.

The fishery projects will comprise of loans and subsidies i.e.70 percent loan and 25 percent subsidy, she informed. Additional Chief Secretary (Cooperation) P.Vaiphei, IAS, Special Secretary (Cooperation) Mannuamching and Registrar, Cooperative Societies, Manipur, Arambam Valentina, IAS also graced the occasion as presidium members.

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1st North East Aero-Sports Hot Air Balloons concluded at Loktak Lake

February 17, 2023October 13, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb 17, 2023

Chief Minister N Biren graced the closing function of the 1st North East Aero-Sports Hot Air Balloons and Para-Motor Fiesta, 2023 at Phubala. The event organized by the Manipur Aero Sports Association (MASA) in association with Khasia Ventures and sponsored by the Tourism Department with technical support from Adventure Wing, Indian Army was inaugurated on February 11 . Speaking at the closing ceremony, N Biren proposed opening of a permanent aero sports facility after exploring its feasibility and finding a suitable location.

1st North East Aero-Sports Hot Air Balloons

He thanked the Indian Army for providing technical support to the event and further highlighted that Manipur is suitable for such adventure sports activities. Today, Manipur is also becoming a tourist hotspot, the Chief Minister said highlighting the INA Headquarters at Moirang, Sangai Ethnic Park and the upcoming G-20 events in the State.

He also appealed to the people living along the highway to accord a warm and traditional welcome to the visiting delegates of the G-20 event who would include 50 foreign delegates. The closing function was also attended by YAS Minister Govindas Konthoujam, PHE Minister L Susindro Meitei, MP (Rajya Sabha) Leisemba Sanajaoba, Moirang MLA Th Shanti, LDA Chairman M Asnikumar and officials of the 57 Mountain Division, among others.

Chief Minister N Biren Singh also inaugurated Loktak Lake Front Garden at Sendra in the presence of Rajya Sabha Member Sanajaoba Leishemba, Ministers K Govindas, L Susindro, Th Basanta Singh, LDA Chairman M Asnikumar Singh and other Government officials. The Loktak Lake Front Garden would host the delegates of G-20 events and provide them with an opportunity to experience Loktak Lake from a very close range. Speaking at the occasion, the Chief Minister expressed satisfaction at the preparations being made for the G20 events.

He appealed to the people for cooperation in restoring the precious ecosystem of Loktak and its associated wetlands. “The lake front is going to play a major role in making Loktak Lake more accessible to tourists and promote eco-tourism in the State”, Biren said. He also stressed that the State Government has been taking extensive measures for the revival, complete rejuvenation and conservation of Loktak Lake and its associated wetlands.

LDA Chairman M Asnikumar said that the LDA has been working on a war footing to conserve Loktak through participatory processes. He also appealed to the fishing and catchment area communities for their participation in the conservation efforts of the Government to fulfil the dream of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CM N Biren to make Loktak an iconic wetland site of the South Asian region.

The Chief Minister also inspected the Sangai Ethnic Park at Moirang Khunou and INA Headquarters Heritage Site at Moirang. The park is a major destination of the G-20 delegates, who will be reaching the State on Friday.

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State to host G 20 delegates

February 17, 2023September 13, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

As a part of the G20 Summit, the State would be hosting a B20 conference at Imphal tomorrow. Briefing media persons at the conference hall of the Old Secretariat today, Education Minister Th Basanta Kumar said that the B20 is the official dialogue forum of the G20 countries.

By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb 17, 2023

He said that the B20 conference scheduled on February 17 would be graced by the Chief Minister N Biren Singh, Som Prakash, Minister of State, Commerce & Industries and Dr RK Ranjan Singh, Minister of State, External Affairs, Government of India in the presence of senior State and Central Government officials. He said that the B20 conference at Imphal would witness the convergence of a host of overseas delegates from 23 Nations representing Australia, Argentina, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Chad, Canada, China, France, Greece, Iceland, Japan, Nepal, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Tunisia, Uganda, United States and United Kingdom.

These Nations produce about 85 percent of the world’s GDP. Besides the delegates from these countries, visiting dignitaries include 26 overseas business delegates and 24 diplomats including Ambassadors from these countries and India. Trade and business delegations and representatives from Bhutan, Bangladesh, Japan and Australia will also participate in the programme, Basanta Kumar said. As a part of the programme, the Chief Minister would facilitate Business to Business and Business to Government meetings.

Overseas business delegates would get the opportunity to interact with local industries during the B2B and with the Government in the B2G session for potential investment, collaboration and tie-ups. Over 100 B2B and B2G queries have been generated including request for interaction with Government departments -Health and Family Welfare, Skill Development, Sports, Urban Development, Textiles, Finance & Taxation, Tourism, Industries & Commerce, IT, Agriculture and Fisheries, he added.

Capitalising on the presence of a large contingent of international delegates, the Government of Manipur is making elaborate arrangements not only to showcase investment and partnership opportunities in the State but also provide a unique experience to the visiting delegates with an exposure to Manipur’s culture, cuisine, art, festivities, and scenic beauty, the Education Minister said.

Meanwhile, Commissioner Tourism Pradeep Kumar Jha said that the security detailed for the delegates are all women police personnel and this is aimed at showcasing women empowerment. He also mentioned that all the delegates are expected to visit the renowned Ima Market. He further made an appeal to the people of Manipur to cooperate and give their best efforts to make this historic event successful. Representatives of the Confederate of Indian Industries (CII), Director, IPR and officials from the Press Information Bureau (PIB) also participated at the press conference.

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Seed Sowing festival of the Nagas celebrated

February 17, 2023March 24, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb 17, 2023

Nagas in Manipur celebrated Lui-Ngai-Ni, the seed sowing festival on 15^th February. The State level celebration function was held at Kapaam village in Chandel district under the aegis of the United Naga Council (UNC) with the theme “One culture, one destiny” Attending the celebration function as chief guest, Manipur Water Resources Minister, Awangbow Newmai stressed the need for preserving culture and tradition which he termed as the priceless gifts of forefathers.

“We need to preserve our culture. Not only songs and dances, we should also preserve habits and culture. Let us keep up all the good cultures and habits of our forefathers. It is the priceless gifts of our forefather,” he said. Asserting that Nagas are peace loving people, the Minister urged the people to show it through their deeds. “Let us spread the message of peace by way of respecting other communities” . Transport Minister Khashim Vashum, recalled the efforts to bring into shape the ‘Lui-Ngai-Ni’ as a common festival of Nagas living in the State of Manipur.

He himself was actively involved in shaping the festival around 30 years ago, added the Minister.The concept of the seed sowing festival was consolidated after a great deal of studies and consultations and christened as ‘Lui-Ngai-Ni’ in the year 1986 and its celebration took shape in 1987, he added.

Seed Sowing festival of the Nagas celebrated.

Many sitting Naga MLAs, Outer Manipur Lok Sabha MP Dr Lorho S Pfoze, ex-Ministers, ex-Parliamentarians and ADC members also attended the occasion. In his presidential address, Ng Lorho president United Naga Council said that the celebration of the festival under the theme “One culture, one destination” is to show “oneness in diversity” Lorho observed that westernization has deeply inflicted on the culture of the Nagas, and added that the festival aims to imbibe the fundamental principle of social norms and value system.

“We aspire to have a Nation where law and justice is the rule of law and where the lowly are secured,” the UNC president added.The celebration of the festival is also a political message to a common destination and to rekindle the past glory, according to the UNC chief.

In today’s event, various activities like folk songs, cultural dances, blowing of Lui-Ngai-Ni trumpet, beating of drums and lighting of Lui-Ngai-Ni fire were performed by different Naga tribes.The blessings of seeds were invoked by the chief of Kapaam village. Transport Minister Khasim Vashum, Chandel AC MLA SS Olish, Tamenglong AC MLA Janghemlung Panmei, Ukhrul AC MLA Ram Muivah, Karong AC MLA J Kumo Sha and other public leaders including ex-MLAs and ex-ADC Members also attended the function.

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6th Women Intl Polo Tournament kicks off

February 17, 2023September 11, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb 16, 2023

Chief Minister N Biren Singh inaugurated the 6th Women International Polo Tournament today at Mapal Kangjeibung, Imphal on 15^th February. The six days tournament organized by Manipur Tourism in association with All Manipur Polo Association (AMPA) is participated by five teams – South Africa, Luxembourg, India (IPA), India (Manipur-A) and India (Manipur-B). Addressing the gathering during the inaugural ceremony, N Biren Singh welcomed the participating teams including Indian Women Polo teams and international teams.

Mentioning that the Women’s International Polo Tournament is being organised at Mapal Kangjeibung every year, he stated that the 6th edition is being organised after a gap of two years due to the Covid pandemic. The Chief Minister continued that Manipur is famous for ‘Polo’ and the State is regarded as the birthplace of modern polo.

Adding that the people of Manipur are proud of their forefathers for having gifted this game to the world, N Biren said that holding such a tournament would not only help in projecting the State as the birthplace of the game, but would also serve as a platform to promote the importance of preserving the game and the endangered Manipuri pony.

N Biren further stated that Sagol Kangjei is not just a game as it symbolises the role of Manipuri pony and the techniques of warfare of the Manipuri soldiers in defending the sovereignty of Manipur during the olden days.

Manipuri ponies had always been a part of the State’s civilization and its culture, he added. Mentioning that Chief Minister’s Sagol Kangei Championship had also been started during the Sangai Festival 2022, he added that the uniqueness of the game is the use of horse, which is wild in nature.

The Chief Minister continued that considering the importance of preserving the endangered “pony”, the Manipur Police Department had introduced the Sagol Police. A part from this, 10 horses will be reared at each Battalion of Manipur police, he added.

Informing that breeding grounds for pony had been developed at Pangei and Lamphelpat, he appealed to the pony breeders to take their horses to the breeding ground. Concluding his speech, the Chief Minister expressed hope that the tournament would go a long way in establishing the State as a polo tourism destination in India.

Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Govindas Konthoujam stated that different Sagol Kangjei and Polo tournaments had been started at various places of the State to promote the game and preserve the endangered horse breed.

He also said that the people of Manipur should appreciate the Chief Minister for taking up many initiatives to protect the pony. The Minister continued that many teams from different countries had come to the State and participated in polo tournaments organized on different occasions.

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Manipur clinched 7th position in Khelo India Youth games

February 16, 2023April 19, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam Imphal Updated Feb 16, 2023

Manipur finished 7th position at the just concluded Khello India Youth Games 2023. The game is participated by 36 states and union territories. Around 5000 atheletes participated in the tournament. Manipur scored 13 golds, 9 silver and 12 bronze to secure the seventh position. Madhya Pradesh who has the largest contingent scored the highest medals and secured the first position in the medal tally.

During the tournament, seven national youth records were created by a Manipuri weightlifter. M. Martina Devi who won the Girls 81kg+ category with a total lift of 199kg created national records in Snatch (88kg), as well as in Clean and Jerk (111kg). In fact, Martina broke a total of seven national youth records enroute to her gold medal. Manipur clinched the title by defeating West Bengal with a score of 1-0 in the girls’ football final.Athletes from Manipur dominated the Thang-ta, a traditional Manipuri martial art form, competitions at Mandla’s District Sports Complex, clinching five golds. Assam, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh also won a gold each in the sports discipline.

Earlier the sports ministry had opened Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, Imphal with the aim to identify and provide world-class training to athletes in the state in their specialised sports. The Khuman Lampak Sports Complex in Imphal was chosen as the Khelo India State Centre of Excellence (KISCE) and was virtually inaugurated by Kiren Rijiju, the union minister of sports and youth affairs, in 2020. Three disciplines — archery, hockey and weightlifting — were selected to be part of the KISCE initially under which one state could have one discipline and weightlifting was declared as the state discipline of Manipur. Khelo India, the national programme for development of sports also established 16 sports centres across 16 districts in Manipur last year. The initiative was part of the Centre’s vision to open 1,000 new Khelo India Centres (KIC) in all states and Union territories, with at least one KIC in each district of the country. The sports ministry in partnership with the state governments is providing grassroots-level sports infrastructure to young sporting talent in different parts of the country under the Khelo India National development program for sports.

Manipur is considered as the power house of sports and the Central government has taken up steps to establish a sports university in the state which would be first of its kind in the country. The state which is geographically smaller compared to other states of the country with a population of around 30 lakhs has produced large number of sporting talents so far. The dedication, efforts and passion the people of Manipur have towards sports is often appreciated by many. Many state athletes are inducted in the central service and they are pursuing their career in bigger cities.

On a brighter note, at the grassroot level, culturally almost all local clubs in the State celebrates the holi festival (Yaoshang in Manipur) with 5 days of fun, literary and sporting events annually. Mostly the youths and elderly organise the sport events encouraging the children to participate. And the tournaments are concluded with award ceremonies. Often children participate the sporting event with much love, celebration and cherish memory besides winning accolades in winning prizes.

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Oral Literature festival, first of its kind celebrated in Manipur

February 16, 2023April 17, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam 16 Feb 2023 Imphal

A resourceful and thought-provoking festival of literature commemorating the birth centenary of Maharaj Kumari Binodini throws open a larger perspective of literary works. Beyond literature, the four-day festival also highlighted the importance of preserving wisdoms and knowledge of any community by preserving the language they speak. Often encrypted in a fading language, a sensibility or a wisdom gets disappeared when a language dies. Be it a healing, ecological wisdom or any knowledge, the sensibility of every community living in the world might differ but the diversity is a wonder. The Listener’s Festival of Orality brings hope and understanding with international and institutional participation who are working on ground to preserve and protect languages across the globe.

Literature is a strong medium of human expression that captures the time in words. Perhaps opening up the horizon of literature draws greater interest and the festival of oral literature was one such event. It was a literature festival without books, where song lyrics are traced to their inspiration and source. The significance of Khongjom Parva a traditional 1891 ballad that narrates the Anglo Manipuri war in Manipur comes out distinctly in the festival. Khongjom Parva is a very popular ballad in Manipur for its unique historical story telling celebrating the valour of the Manipuri soldiers who put up a fight with the British soldiers at Khongjom.

A language which has less than ten thousand speaker is considered endangered recalled Hezekiel Dlamini, UNESCO New Delhi. Creating Digital Resources for the promotion of indigenous languages was one panel hosted by Central Institute for Indian Languages. The other panel hosted by the same institute is on developing collaborative scholarship on language and culture. Gilvian Muller de Oliveira, UNESCO Chair on language Policies for multilingualism, Professor Shobhana Chelliah, Indiana University, Aleena Brahma from CIIL, Sentila Yanger a Padmashree awardee, A Peterson, Associate Professor of Lingusitics, Dartmouth College, Mary Burke from University of North Texas, Denton attended the festival as resource person.

L Somi Roy, director of the festival remark that, “Globalization attracts cargoes of homogenization and sensibilities of uncountable communities are overshadowed in the process. A culture can begin to understand itself only by comparison and juxtaposition with other cultures. We need collaborative study with the outside or else North East culture will be repeatedly discussed internally; we would be studying only what we already know. But if we compare our manuscripts to Hindu manuscripts or Egyptian manuscripts, we will better know what manuscripts traditions are about. Knowledge has to be collaborative especially for small cultures like ours in Northeast India”.

Parallel session on performance-based discussion were also held at the Chorus Repertory Theatre, Imphal. Guru Rewben Mashanga, Tiameren Aier, Guru Sangyusang Pongener, Sentila Yanger, Takhellambam Shyamkanhai, Dushyant Dwivedi and group, thangi Chhangte, Teimeren Aier and sisters six from Manipur, Nagaland and Mizoram performed during the festival. Ratan Thiyam an eminent internationally acclaim theatre director and trustee of IMASI – Maharaj Kumari Binodini Memorial Trust was the chairman of the festival. ‘The Pena balladeers are the keepers of old Manipuri language unveils Oja Mangangsana in a post-performance discussion. He further conveyed that a Pena player has to learn the traditional and cultural Pena performances which are often sung in old Manipuri language. They are also regarded as the keeper of old Manipuri language. For the Pena performer to thrive in modernity, they have to again innovate and compose their own Pena music suitable to the contemporary society.

Somi Roy and his team worked for four years to celebrate the birth Centenary of MK Binodini. Somi Roy happens to be the son of Late MK Binodini who left a legacy of literary works. Somi Roy has been translating her books into English and One of her books, The Princess and Political Agent is published by Penguin in the Modern Classic book category recently. MK Binodini, a Padmashree awardee in Literature remains as an inspirational figure to the writers of the State. Her stories when made into films by her collaborator and film director Aribam Syam Sharma had won international accolades including official entry at 44^th Cannes, winning Gran Prix at the Festival of Three Continents Nantes (1982).

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Korean language learning courses in Manipur

February 16, 2023August 26, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam 16 Feb 2023 Imphal :

A Korean language learning course for students of Government colleges and Government aided colleges was opened today at Manipur College. Speaking at the opening function of the course organised by the Higher Education Department, Education Minister Th Basanta Kumar noted that the 21st century is said to be ‘knowledge century’

He exhorted all students to gather and enhance their knowledge not only from textbooks but also from all available sources. Basanta Kumar said that learning and teaching Korean language is a part of the National Education Policy. Learning a language can certainly enrich one’s knowledge and it is rather fortunate for the students of Manipur that they can now learn many foreign languages in the State itself, the Education Minister said. He said that language is one major tool of enriching the culture of a Nation.

The Government has launched an initiative under which the languages/dialects of all the 34 communities of Manipur would be taught to interested individuals, he said. Teaching languages/dialects of seven communities has already started, he added. Basanta Kumar asserted that learning each other’s language would go a long way in fostering unity in the State. The Government has been working to implement a new programmed of improving colleges. The Government has already sanctioned Rs 10 crore for the particular programmed and five colleges have been selected in the first phase, he said. Saying that the Government has been considering to make up deficiency of teachers, the Education Minister assured that all reasonable demands of the teacher fraternity would be fulfilled.

King Sejong Institute Imphal (KCCI), Korean language instructor Park Minjae said that they have been working to set up more Korean cultural institutes in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. King Sejong Institute has been opened at five places in India. Apart from teaching Korean language, the institute would give due emphasis on cultural exchange between Korea and Manipur, Park Minjae said. Saying that there are many similarities between Korea and Manipur in terms of music and cultural dance as witnessed in the last Manipur Sangai Festival, Park Minjae said that they would try to present Korean cultural programmes in the next Sangai Festival, if they get such an opportunity. Directorate of University and Higher Education Director Dr Rangitabali Waikhom and Manipur University Registrar W Chandbabu too attended the opening function.

Mention may also be made that Department of Foreign Languages, Manipur University also offer one year certificate course on Korean language. The annual student intake for the course is 24 seats. Students who have passed their higher secondary are also eligible for the course. Besides the department also offers one year certificate courses on Japanese and Chinese language.

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The Katak Stones of Willong

February 12, 2023August 26, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

By James Khangenbam 12 Feb 2023 Imphal :

In the ancient time, it is believe that the Maram Tribes erect stone to show their wealth and might. When one stone is named after one man he has to offer the whole villagers a non-vegetarian meal. The custom of burying a piece of Iron at the base of the Monolith speaks of putting off the life spirit of the stones, as it is believed that every stone erection during a person’s life time is considered to be alive. In this regard the people of Willong speaks of the calling of Names among Monoliths at midnight such as Kanga, Hinga, Hiila, etc for the same reason only few dare to go to this site during night time.

“ Kanga, Khala, Thila are some of the female stone “ and Numdulung, Hiwa, Kaba, are some of the male stone at the Katak Site of Willong Village. To own a stone they split local wine at the foot of the erected stone and sleep with longings for owning a stone in the Katak stone site of Willong. If it appears that the stone belongs to him in his dream the dreamer owns the stone. Such is the ritual of owning a symbolic stone in Willong.

The Katak Stones of Willong

The Katak stone site in Willong stands tall to the natural site of a very greenish tree and red soil. The village is resided by Maram tribes and is 40 kilometre drive from the Maram main road (National Highway 39). In the old practice while erecting a ceremonial big stone they also keep a small stone adjacent to the big one as a tradition of accompanies. The stone symbolises strength and sportsmanship. As a good practice people use to put up weed on top of the erecting stone and try to take it down with their toes. Rock climbing competition in a run mount after a short pace and stone jumps from one roof of a 10 feet tall stone to another at a gap of 3 to 4 feet is another adventure they enjoy.

People of Willong still believe that the stone protects them. Perhaps drawn from the idea that the stony hills protect them from storms and natural disasters. They also have a fear psychosis that if they do not appease the stone the boulders might run after them. The stories associated with the Katak Stones also narrates a lot of cultural and traditional practices of the ancestors of Maram Tribes. Among the stones, there are also pairs whom the people of Maram believe that they were lovers but forbidden for certain reasons. If a child attends a height based on the marked parameter at the Katak stones he is considered to be matured. The cultural associations with the stones makes the Katak Stones unique. The centuries old historically associated stone of Katak lies naked to the Sun and is protected with barb wire fencing by the villagers. The public regarded it as a heritage site. Many people have paid visit to the Site for its uniqueness and historical importance to the people living around.

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As part of G20 summit around 100 foreign delegates visit Assam

February 12, 2023March 24, 2023 - by Yenda News Agency

India’s plan for portraying the northeastern part of the country during its ongoing presidency is going well. Recently around 100 foreign delegates from 20 countries and other dignitaries in India for G20 summit visited Assam and crossed the mighty Brahmaputra river to experience the rich heritage and vibrant culture of the state. The Assam Tourism department played the perfect host to an evening full of culture and tradition.

The delegates went to Sandbar Island by boat where they watched traditional Gayan -Bayan, Bihu dance, Siphung and other folk dances, performed by 700 artists on the island. They also got a chance to have a first-hand experience of the vivid tribes of Assam at the ethnic village especially curated to display the state.

The ethnic village gave a glimpse of the various tribes of Assam including Mishing, Bodo, Dimasa, Karbi, Rabha and Hajong alongside six various folk-dance performances and traditional drums (Doba, Mridanga), Xonkho (conch), Bhortal (cymbals) of these communities. Centuries-old classical dance “Sattriya” created by the 15th-century social reformer vaishnavite saint Srimanta Shankardev was also performed for the G20 delegates.

“Cultural diplomacy is a unique way to pursue economic benefits into the state and boost tourism. We are hopeful that the G20 delegates visit in Guwahati was unique and our efforts to enthrall the delegates with the rich and vibrant performances besides presenting the culinary traditions of the state get them connected with the roots and regional flavour of Awesome Assam”, said Shri Kumar Padmapani Bora (IRS), Managing Director, Assam Tourism Development Cooperation.

Some time ago, in its bid to rejuvenate tourism and hospitality sector in northeast India, Aizawl, capital of the state of Mizoram hosted 10th International Tourism Mart for the first time. The International Tourism Mart brought together tourism business fraternity and entrepreneurs from the eight northeastern states of India to the state.

“We have to use this occasion (G-20 meetings) to showcase our cultural richness. Our focus will be to increase the global Investments not only in the hospitality industry but also to promote entertainment centers, adventure tourism, cruise tourism, and wellness tourism,” G. Kishan Reddy, India’s Tourism Minister had said.

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 27 said that assuming the G20 presidency was a huge opportunity for India and that the country must utilise it by focusing on global good.
Reddy said that the northeastern region has great tourism potential, which is yet to be explored.

India’s participation in the G20 process stems from the realisation that as a major developing economy India has a vital stake in the stability of the international economic and financial system. India has been actively involved in the G20 preparatory process both at the Sherpas Track and the Financial Track since its inception.

According to a paper by Observer Research Foundation, ‘G20 in 2023 Priorities for India’s Presidency’, the presidency will provide India with the opportunity to steer one of the more effective multilateral forums for global governance. India’s presidency is momentous for several reasons. The critical challenges confronting humanity today are global in character, not confined by national boundaries, and require collective action. Solving these challenges demands multilateral initiatives.

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