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Governor extends Oriah Festival greetings

15th Feb 2022 10:02:PM State

ITANAGAR, Feb 15: Governor Brig. (Dr.) B. D. Mishra (Retd.) has greeted the people in particular the Wancho community on the festive occasion of Oriah Festival.

In his message, the Governor said that Oriah Festival is observed to invoke the blessing of the Almighty ‘Rangwa’. It helps us to preserve our age old traditions and at the same time, it promotes respect for the elders, community and the visitors. The occasion ushers in emotional integration, brotherhood and amity amongst our citizens which promotes prosperity, happiness and peace in the society, he said.

On this auspicious occasion, I pray to Almighty Rangwan to bless each one of us with his choicest blessings, he said in his message.

The Governor urged the people to observe the festival at home and eschew mass congregations, while sharing his concern about the Covid pandemic. He urged upon the people to follow anti COVID protocols of wearing masks, social distancing and frequent washing of hands for the safety and wellbeing of fellow citizens. With people’s cooperation, we shall succeed in checking the deadly coronavirus disease, he said.

Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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