Arunachal: First international Sangken festival concludes at Namsai

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DIBRUGARH: The 3-day first international Sangken festival concluded at the Golden Pagoda premises at Namsai district in Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday. Sangken is more than just a celebration. It is a time of spiritual renewal, where we cleanse our souls, strengthen our bonds, and welcome the New Year with hope and positivity.

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, ministers Ojing Tasing and Dasanglu Pul, MLAs Chow Zignu Namchoom and Tapi Darang were present along with a host of administrative officers and dignitaries.

During Sangken, the ceremonial bathing of Lord Buddha’s images and the tradition of sprinkling water signifies the values of purity, goodwill, and togetherness, Dy CM Chowna Mein said.

He expressed hope that the festival of the Tai-Khamti and Singpho brethren will continue to foster unity, harmony, and mutual respect, inspiring us all to work towards collective progress and wellbeing. He also informed that starting this year, the festival will be enhanced and celebrated as an international event to promote religious as well as cultural tourism of Arunachal Pradesh. Apart from Arunachal Pradesh and Assam, thousands of people turned up for the festival which included foreign delegates and tourists from Thailand, Myanmar, England, Switzerland, Cambodia, and so on. Cultural troupes in their best traditional attire performing were a treat to watch as people from all age categories joined the festivities by sprinkling water at one another.

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