Teachers and students of PM Shri Government High School
during the cultural day programme in Kiphire town on Wednesday. (EM Images)
- KIPHIRE — PM Shri
Government High School, Yangphi, celebrated its cultural day with great
enthusiasm on Wednesday at Hopongkyu Memorial Hall in Kiphire town in the
presence of SMDC members, teachers and students.
- The programme began with an invocation prayer said by T
Chohose Sangtam, followed by a keynote address delivered by Lipiri Sangtam,
assistant headmaster of PM Shri GHS, Yangphi, who also highlighted the
significance of the cultural activities.
- A series of cultural activities showcasing the rich heritage
of the region were performed by the students. Students presented traditional
folk songs from various tribes including Sangtam, Sumi, Yimkhuing and Tikhir.
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- The cultural activities also included competitions in
individual events such as war cry, bamboo gun firing (known as
"phoh-phoh-ù" in Sangtam), five stones and rice winnowing. Many
students actively participated in those events, demonstrating their talents and
skills.
- The Tikhir tribe emerged as the winner in the group folk
song category, while the Yimkhuing tribe secured second position.
- Speaking on the occasion, Lutoli, SMDC member, urged the
students to study hard and strive for excellence. She also promised to give a
cash prize of INR 10,000 to any student who secured first position in the HSLC
exam in 2026.
- The programme was attended by Lichumse, Sangtam, ADC of
district mission authority, and Cholimong, project assistant.
- The programme concluded with a thanksgiving prayer by
Mughasheli.
- The celebration was a testament to the school's commitment
to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of the region.
- Our Correspondent Longtili
