Dimapur, July 12 (EMN): Sumi Hoho has organised a Tulini celebration at Sumi Hoho Ki in Zunheboto with the participation of all Sumi frontal organisations and departmental heads.
An update from the hoho stated that I Nikheto Jimomi, while speaking on the significance of Tuluni, has termed as a significant and grand festival for the Sumi tribe to trace back its origin to the rich cultural practices of their ancestors.
He added that historically, Tuluni was celebrated in the two regions namely ‘Ghabo’ and ‘Ajo.’ He, however, stated that the days for celebration varied depending on the time interval for the sowing of seeds in the two regions.
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=1]“Later, in the year 1966, the Tribal Council resolved to celebrate on the 7th and 8th of July every year,” he informed.
He further stated that Tuluni is a festival of love, joy and abundance, of rekindling relationships and promoting oneness.
“Today, as we celebrate Tuluni may we continue fostering love, embracing peace and celebrating unity in diversity while also it is our wish and prayer that your life today and always be filled with abundance, joy and blessings,” he added.
Earlier, the greetings were delivered by the deputy commissioner of Zunheboto, Rahul Bhanudas Mali, and the superintendent of police, Vishal Chauhan.
The programme was chaired by the hoho general secretary, Dr. Vihuto Asümi.