ITANAGAR: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is set to participate in the 59th Central Mopin Festival celebrations at Aalo in the West Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh. Gumin Kiin — a prominent cultural venue in the region—is hosting the festival, which has its roots in the traditions of the Galo community.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu and the state’s Cultural Affairs Minister Dasanglu Pul, both of whom will take part in the traditional festivities, will accompany the Assam CM.
The Galo tribe celebrates Mopin, a major agricultural festival, across several districts, including Upper Subansiri, Lower Siang, East Siang, West Siang, and Leparada. Rituals, prayers, and cultural performances are held during the festival to express gratitude for a good harvest and to seek peace and prosperity for the community.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor KT Parnaik extended warm greetings to the people of the state, particularly the Galo community. He lauded the festival as a symbol of the rich cultural heritage of the tribe.
The governor said that “Mopin is one of the most cherished and colorful festivals of Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing the traditions and values of the Galo tribe." He expressed hope that the celebration would promote its traditional way of life and continue to strengthen the socio-economic fabric of the community.
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