Lok Bhavan Assam celebrates foundation day of Nagaland
Guwahati,Rongili Barta: As part of the Government of India’s “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” initiative, Lok Bhavan Assam today celebrated the Foundation Day of Nagaland in the Conference Hall of Lok Bhavan, in the gracious presence of Governor Shri Lakshman Prasad Acharya. The celebrations highlighted the importance of unity in diversity and aimed to foster cultural understanding among India’s states and union territories.
Addressing the assembly on the occasion, Governor Shri Acharya extended his heartfelt greetings to all present. He emphasized that Nagaland, with its rich culture, vibrant traditions, and unique tribal heritage, continues to exemplify synergy and harmony with nature. He added that the Naga society’s values of courage, hard work, and respect remain enduring treasures.
The Governor highlighted that the state’s heritage, crafts, folk art, and tribal values represent the richness of India’s cultural tapestry. He also made special mention of the Hornbill Festival, calling it a celebration of the “soul of Naga society” that showcases the state’s culture on the global stage.
On this occasion, the Governor also paid tribute to Rani Gaidinliu, the brave freedom fighter of Nagaland, whose courage and dedication remain an inspiring chapter in India’s struggle for independence.
Highlighting Nagaland’s potential, Shri Acharya also said that the state’s water resources, mineral wealth, favourable climate, and hardworking people are contributing to the economic growth of state. The Governor reiterated that celebration State Foundation Day serves as a reminder of the great heroes, rich culture, and traditions of the respective state while inspiring new resolutions for the future.
He also recalled the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, under whose leadership the “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat” initiative was launched to promote cultural unity and mutual understanding across India.
As part of the celebration, a cultural programme showcasing the traditional music, and vibrant cultural heritage of Nagaland was also conducted.
The program was attended by Additional Advocate General, Nagaland Monica Kechii, Assistant Controller of Defence Accounts, CDA (Army) Guwahati Aotula Ozukum, Addl. Secretary GAD Partha Pegu, PPA to the Governor Dr. S.N. Bhowmick, DRC Nagaland House, Guwahati Ilika Zhimomi along with a host of other dignitaries.
