WALONG, 5 Feb: Cultural affairs minister Dasanglu Pul passionately highlighted the vital importance of preserving the cultural identity of the Meyor community during her address at the 17th Lha Chhut Festival held in Tinai, Anjaw district. This vibrant festival, steeped in rich traditions and spiritual values, serves as a beacon reflecting the community’s heritage. “It is our collective responsibility to safeguard and pass these traditions to future generations,” she emphasized, invoking a sense of duty among the attendees.
In her address, Pul intricately wove together the themes of cultural preservation and environmental stewardship, stressing the need to protect the beautiful pine forests that grace the region. “Preserving the natural beauty of our landscape is crucial not only for ecological balance but also to sustain tourism in this picturesque region,” she stated, linking the safeguarding of nature with the community’s prosperity and heritage.
At the festival, Pul also launched six pictorial glossaries aimed at the preservation of the Meyor language under the theme “Let Us Learn Meyor,” a significant step towards linguistic sustainability. Additionally, she unveiled a captivating documentary film highlighting the festival’s essence, produced by the department of indigenous affairs, further solidifying the importance of such cultural events.
Sokhep Kri, the director of indigenous affairs, praised the Meyor community for their unwavering commitment to cultural preservation. “Festivals like Lha Chhut play a crucial role in keeping our traditions alive and fostering a sense of pride among younger generations,” he asserted, reinforcing the festival’s role in nurturing cultural pride and continuity.
The Lha Chhut festival, a cherished annual event, stands as a vivid symbol of unity, spiritual devotion, and cultural heritage for the Meyor community, encapsulating their resilience and rich heritage. The event drew a distinguished audience, including Anjaw zilla parishad chairperson Soblem Pul, deputy commissioner Millo Kojin, and various department heads, each contributing to the festival’s celebratory spirit.
Cultural affairs minister Dasanglu Pul emphasized the need to preserve the Meyor community’s cultural identity at the 17th Lha Chhut Festival in Anjaw district. She highlighted the importance of environmental conservation and launched six pictorial glossaries on the Meyor language. The festival, praised for its role in cultural pride, symbolizes the community’s unity and heritage amidst a distinguished gathering of officials.
Cultural affairs minister Dasanglu Pul has made a compelling case for the preservation of the Meyor community’s cultural identity, artfully intertwining this with environmental conservation efforts. The launch of the pictorial glossaries and documentary film signifies a proactive approach towards linguistic and cultural sustainability. Consequently, the Lha Chhut Festival remains an invaluable tradition, fostering unity and pride among the community’s younger generations.
Original Source: arunachaltimes.in
