Arunachal Pradesh Governor extended 'Chalo Loku' greetings

OUR CORRESPONDENT

ITANAGAR: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Brig (retd) Dr B.D. Mishra on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of the state and to the Nocte community in particular on the festive occasion of 'Chalo Loku'.

He expressed his hope that the socio-religious festival of the Noctes of Tirap district would radiate message of peace and brotherhood amongst the fellow citizens of the state.

The Governor, in his message said that celebration of festivals is a human instinct. This preserves the rich traditions and promotes the cultural heritage passed on by the forbearers.

"Festivities are also instrumental in carrying forward the vibrant and rich customs and rituals of the tribal communities. I trust that the lively colourful dances during Chalo Loku with the beating of 'Tham' and joyful get-together exhibiting the tribe's vivacious history, which have been zealously kept active from time immemorial by the community, will continue to delight the people of the region," he said.

"On this auspicious occasion, I join my Nocte brethren in offering prayer to almighty Rang for socio-economic and physical well being of all," the Governor added in his message.

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