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TKLB Newsletter March 2016 | 4th Edition
TKLB 1st Luira Phanit
PC: Mahai A Chihui
We had witness the successful celebration of the highly anticipated Ist Luira Phanit ever held in Bengaluru. All success and glory belongs to the Almighty God who envisioned the idea of such celebration to take place in Bengaluru, dated on 15th February 2016. We acknowledged our Tangkhul community of Bengaluru for their participation and introducing our rich culture to your friends who were part of this festival. A big ‘Thank You’ to our Head Chef Mr. Lambert Berly Chahung and the kitchen department volunteers who wholeheartedly cooked the sumptuous and delicious meal for the gathering. We want to give our heartfelt gratitude to Justice W.A. Shishak and Mr. A. Salaam, who graciously accepted our invitation to be a part of the celebration as Chief Guest and Guest of Honour respectively. We would also like to thank Mr. Guru Rewben Mashangva and Mr. Pakmi Mahong for entertaining the crowd; Mr. Rinmi Kasar and Miss Yuirrinshon R.Shimray for the beautiful presentation of Tangkhul National Anthem, Zingsui Sampu Folk Song troupe, St.Joseph College Folk Dance troupe, Artistes and Incharge of the traditional attire show and Mr. Chinaongam Phungshok for the blessing, also known as kakahang, which enriched the programmes that showcase our core cultural identity. Further, we congratulate and thank our hosts Mr. Lovejoy Mahung and Miss Janeline Lunghar along with all the individuals who took part in the programme for the awesome job. We extend our hearty thanks to the Luira committee for giving their time, energy, wealth and sound advice in order to see the smooth execution of the festival. We are also very thankful to Miss Khuirawon Khamrang from ANTZ Group for letting us display unique accessories and items based on our tradition and Mr. Tharmi as well for displaying a range of exotic design of Longpi Hampai (as we general call it), Mr. Leishisan (Poumei), Mr. Mahaimi Awung Chihui, Mr. Reingampan Kasar, Mr. Samphangmi Kaping and Mr. Reimatai Awungshi for showcasing their talent in the form of arts (sketches portraits) and crafts (the Naga spear). The success of the exhibition was because of their selfless sacrifices. We further extend our thanks to Mr. Makanmi Chithung for providing the materials and accessories for archery shooting contest. Special thanks go out to all those well-wishers, volunteers and individuals from the person manning the gate, to the person in charge of security, decoration, transportation, event, logistics, design and games whose effort and support was immense and a major factor leading the successful organization of such huge event in Bengaluru. As the saying goes, “no man is an Island”, we the executives value your advice and suggestion. Thank you for the prayer, support, love and encouragement. YAMEILO TANGKHUL AVARAM. KUKNALIM April 2016
From the Editorial Team It is with great pleasure and delight that we are presenting our 4th Edition of TKLB NEWSLETTER APRIL 2016. We would like to thank you all for giving us an opportunity to serve and share our thoughts. It is indeed a learning experiences and process to gain more knowledge’s. As usual, this issue of Newsletter contains Events of TKLB, Articles, write ups and many more. Many of our members must be anxiously waiting for the newsletter. Our Editorial team will make an effort to present timely and bring the best. We will try to improve the contents and design in the upcoming issues as well. We request you all to contribute your wonderful thoughts, unique ideas and enrich us with your knowledge’s in our next upcoming editions. Let’s make this newsletter as a forum of sharing our ideas, learning experiences and updates for many more and let’s reach out to all Tangkhuls in Bangalore and outside the states. We would like to thank, all members who have contributed in this edition and hope that you will continue to extend your support in the future. Lastly, we welcome any feedback, advice or suggestion in the coming edition. May God bless you All. Editorial Team.
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