WAKRO, Feb 15:  Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein today while attending the colourful Tamladu festival of the Mishmis here advocated for preserving the age-old traditional systems, practices and rituals of the state.
Calling upon the youths to remain conscious of their rich culture and ethos, Mein informed that the state government will play the role of a facilitator in this regard. Speaking about the Central grant of Rs 37.87 crore for Parshuram Kund’s facelift, he said the step will boost the sources of livelihood of locals and lead to socio-economic development of the area.
Advocating for ‘vocal for local’, the DCM called upon Lohit District Administration to promote the Parshuram mela for showcasing the rich legacies of indigenous tribal products such as handicrafts, handlooms and various others to boost local economic activities. Congratulating the newly elected PRI members of his constituency, Mein sought their cooperation for development of the district, while assuring that no stone will be left unturned in reaching the targets of development. Lauding the idea mooted by DC Marge Sora to create and develop green belts, Mein declared to convert the area near the Kongmu Kham (Golden Pagoda) in Namsai district into a green belt.
While urging the DC to put a blanket ban on fishing and hunting activities in the district for a period of one year so that resources can be replenished, Mein appealed all to shoulder responsibility in protecting and preserving the ecology. The DC, ZPC Dasula  Krisikro, Secretary CALSOM (Wakro) Solemso Ama spoke on the occasion.
Colourful cultural presentation and martial art demonstration by Lohit Karate Association were the other highlights of the day’s event. 
Meanwhile, the 51st Central Tamladu Festival was celebrated with a difference this year at Khoraliang in Tezu where armed forces personnel enthusiastically took part.
General Officer Command (GOC) Dinjan Dibrugarh and 181 Mountain Brigade Lohitpur attended the event. Witnessing his first Tamladu festival in Arunachal Pradesh, Commandant 181 Mountain Brigade Brigadier Rohit Sehegal as chief guest said the Army always stands as the sentinel of the nation. “We are committed to facilitate all support to the local populace by extending several basic services under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for overall community development,” he said. Extending his compliments to the Army for participating in the festival, local MLA Karikho Kri said involvement of this kind paves the way for knowing each other in a better way.  “We have unique cultures, folklores, handicrafts and rich heritage to carry forward. Our pioneer Mishmi political leaders, social workers and senior members did their best to showcase these and the onus is now on the youths to carry them forward,” the MLA stated. Earlier, Dorengso Pul and Shantanu Kri, Chairman and General Secretary of the 51st Central Tamladu Celebration Committee respectively highlighted the essence of the festival.  
The GOC handed over 7 wheel chairs to the physically challenged as part of the event. Display of martial art, sophisticated weapons, bhangra dance and performance of musical band from GOC Dinjan coupled with traditional fashion show by children, flag hoisting etc. added colour to the day-long celebration. DCM Media Cell, inputs from Correspondent

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