Meghalaya Day to be celebrated on January 21

STAFF CORRESPONDENT

SHILLONG, Jan 19: The District Administration, West Garo Hills will celebrate the 45th Meghalaya Day at District Auditorium, Tura from 10:00 AM onwards on January 21. Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Zenith M Sangma will grace the occasion as Chief Guest. On the same day, the year-long celebrations for the attainment of 150 years of Tura Town on December 1, 2017 will also kick start with various programmes all the year round.

“Peace Concert – A Tribute to Country Legends” would also be organized from 4 PM onwards which would showcase the talents of aspiring dymic youth of the region including Prayer for Peace which will be led by Reverend Greaterburn Marak. (L) Yamu ik Awards 2016 for Meritorious Student will also be distributed in recognition of the outstanding performance in Class X Examitions held during the year 2016. Fridi K Marak would be awarded posthumously for her immense contributions to the society and Biswajit ndi, a renowned poet would also be awarded on this occasion.

From A Reporter adds: To celebrate the 45th Statehood Day Celebration on 21st January, 2017, the Government of Meghalaya will organize a series of programmes across the State.

At the State Capital, Deputy Chief Minister Prof. R. C. Laloo will grace the State function as Chief Guest at a programme to be held at U Soso Tham Auditorium, Shillong at 11:00 am.

The highlights of the programme include distribution of Meghalaya Day Excellence Awards for Government employees, Kayakalp Award to 2 District Hospitals and 3 CHCs, Songs, Flute recitals and performance by artists from the Centre of Excellence in Indian Classical & Western Music and Flower show at the Auditorium premises.

The Assam Rifles Pipe Band will also take part in the celebration by performing at Ward’s Lake from 2:00 pm onwards and there will be free entry from 10:00 am onwards. At the Polo Grounds, a Women’s Exhibition Football Match will be held at 3rd Ground, Polo at 2:00 pm to be followed by a Musical extravaganza featuring Guest Artist Julia Bliss from Russia and local bands which includes Snow White, Akhia, Arpan DJ Set, Gino, Dewdrops, Ooto Garage, K. Bloodz, Elton DJ Set, Fame the Band would be held at Polo Parking Lot, Polo from 4:00 pm onwards.