Cultural extravaganza continues in Kisama
Dimapur, Dec. 4 (EMN): The fourth day of cultural extravaganza on the theme ‘Culturally Yours’ witnessed a host of performances by various Naga tribes at Heritage Village, Kisama, on December 4. Advisor of State Lotteries and Nagaland Bamboo Development Agency (NBDA), Naiba Konyak, and Rajani Ranjan Reshmi, Chief Secretary of Manipur, were the chief guest and guest of honour respectively.
The event was hosted by the Director of Tourism Department, K Sekhose.
Various cultural performances of the day included the ‘Kram Jang Mai Duba’ dance by the Kachari tribe which signifies cultivating paddy to the beat of the drum and performed by both men and women. The ‘Butterfly Dance’ by the Sangtam tribe tells the story of how from the butterfly the dormant love and joy emerged in everyone’s heart, turning their world into a peaceful place. The ‘Awaina Lim’ (Amur Falcon dance) of the Zeliang tribe depicts the happy, merry making movements of the Amur Falcons which visits Nagaland during September and October. The ‘Liamkie’ (peace treaty) performed by the Khiamniungan cultural troupe was about treaty alliance being made between two villages, two communities or between two individuals; the treaty talk ends by sharing a meal together and exchanging shields and daos, which is preserved as a bond of their agreement.
Enthralling the crowd, the Garo cultural troupe presented the ‘Wangala Chroka’ (Wangala dance), performed by young boys and girls which featured female dancers walking around the male dancers and knocking off the heargears of unruly boys looking at the moon (indicating that one should not live on futile and empty dreams), measuring height (meaning that life should have its own aspirations) etc. The ‘Hayi Hala’ (indigenous game) performed by the Lotha tribe was played by young males to test the capability or potential of a person to be strong and agile. Phom cultural troupe presented the ‘Olangmiyoo’ folk dance which signifies the merry making, expression of joy and peaceful coexistence among the people.
The Rengma tribe performed ‘Duba,’ a popular game where several clothes were joined to form a long rope called ‘Tengumaju’ and circled the participants. One person runs around inside the circle while the other person from outside the circle tries to break through the Tenguma to touch the man running within the circle. Preserving the olden days practice and tradition, the Yimchunger tribe captivated the crowd by performing ‘Kuhüt Achih Khi,’ traditional hair cutting using dao and hard wood. A hard wood is kept adjacent to the head over which a hair lays and a ‘humlong’ (wooden hammer) hits over the sharp edge to cut the hair.
Flowers, vegetables and spices contest concludes
Secretary of Horticulture, Alan Gonmei, graced the prize distribution ceremony of the state level flowers, ornamental plants, fruits, vegetables and spices competition as the chief guest held at Hortiscape Floral Galleria, Naga Heritage village, Kisama, on December 4.
The programme was chaired by deputy director of horticulture, Jerry Patton.
Delivering short speech, director of horticulture, Dr. R Elithung Lotha has termed it as an enriching experience for all the participants who had put up a good show in the 18th edition of the hornbill and 54th Statehood day. He added that the President’s visit to Hortiscape was a huge encouragement for the officers, staff and participants and has encouraged all to work harder. He pointed out that the President was impressed by the way participants have showcased their locally produce items.
Encouraging the farmers, he said it was not only about winning the prize but a good opportunity to showcase their produce and also their artistic and innovative mind.
Also highlighting the activities of the upcoming events of the department, he informed that there would be a pineapple eating competition for national and foreign tourist on December 6 and also the Naga chilly eating competition on December 9. Besides, he also informed that there would be export and import conclave training for the Naga youth in the coming year.
The chief guest gave away the certificates and cash prizes to all the winners of different categories.
Winners of the flower competition
Ferns & Foliage: Aienla Ozukum (DHO Mokokchung), Neichü-o Zashümo, and Teisozhayi Kire.
Cacti & Succulents: Abinuo Sekhose, Azai Kerhuo, and Akru Chielie.
Indigenous foliage & flowers: Keviyiephreü Pienyü, Aienla Ozükum, and Peteneinuo.
Bulbs & tubers: Tiarenla, Aienla Ozukum, and Azeno Zashümo.
Orchid (Indigenous): Pfura Angami, Vibalie Zashümo, and Shürhosielie Nagi.
Orchid (hybrid): Keviyiephreü Pienyü, Vikoleno, and Anungla Jamir.
Bonsai: Senti, Amen, and Neichü-o Zashümo
Perennials: Mhasi, Vikoleno, and Keneizo.
Annuals & biennials: Amenla, Rita Rutsa, and Suohienuo Keyho.
Flower arrangement (fresh): Aienla Ozukum, Anungla Jamir, and Kikruhenuo Solo.
Flower arrangement (dry): Mhasi, Keviyiephreü Pienyü, and Rüüleü Liezietsu.
Winners of fruits, vegetables and spices
Oranges: Kerhung SHG, Kerhung SHG, and Shingnya.
Pineapple: Longthasla, Minkamlak (DHO Peren), and Imnazulu.
Banana: Minkamlak (DOH Peren), Heihing, and Swedevito Kintso
Kiwi: HRF Pfutsero, Vecusuyi Chuzho, and Huvesa Medeo.
Lime and lemon: Neivotsono, Ngabo, and Bethe FIG Dimapur.
Papaya: Y Sanchobeni Humtsoe (DOH Wokha), Huvesa Medeo, and Minkamlak.
Guava: Maila, Khriethono, and Akha.
Cabbage: HRF Pfutsero, Tatongtsuba, and Vibalie Zashumo.
Cucurbits: Ketsino, Hainyilo, and Thungsheni.
Broccoli: Akra Solo, Vithato, and Tatongtsuba.
Leafy vegetables: Mengunuo, Teiso Solo, and Imnazulu.
Carrots: Vikhono, Longthasla, and Vekuyi Sazo.
Radish: HRF Pfutsero, Longthsala, and Aseno
Knol Khol: Venisulu (c/o DOH Phek), Imnazulu, and Poseta Khezhie.
Naga Mircha: Ipungba Cerai (DOH Peren), Haizogong (DOH Peren) and Ngabu.
Ginger: Renbeni, Yinime, and Abo Kezhie.
Large Cardamon: Sipong (DOH Tuensang), Atono, and Imotmesu.
Turmeric: Chozukhwu, Sathungo, and Tatongtsuba.
Garlic: Aseno, Dezevino, and Anei.
Leek (Khuve): Swedeviti Kintso, Wasu Keppen, and Vibalie Zashumo.
Tree Tomato: Jessy Zashumo, Vithato, and Wasu Keppen.
