HT Bureau
DIPHU, Jan 30: The Karbi Cultural Society (KCS) on Thursday commemorated its 49th anniversary at the KCS Office, KPH, Taralangso, with dignity and solemn pride, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to preserving, promoting and propagating Karbi culture and identity. The celebration began with the hoisting of the KCS flag by president Humsing Bey, in the presence of vice president Kamsing Ingti and general secretary Sunil Tokbi, who formally highlighted the objectives of the programme and recalled the Society’s long journey in safeguarding Karbi traditions, language and cultural values.
As a mark of respect to departed cultural activists, the gathering observed two minutes of silence, creating a deeply moving moment of collective remembrance. Founded on January 30, 1977, under the visionary leadership of Lunse Timung, the first president and Roy Enghi, the first general secretary, KCS has played a vital role in promoting Karbi cultural values through programmes, research activities, seminars and community engagement. Most notably, it has nurtured the Karbi Youth Festival (KYF), now recognised as one of Northeast India’s largest and most vibrant ethnic festivals.
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The Central Committee expressed deep gratitude to the Karbi community for its unwavering support over the years, noting that the Society’s strength and success have been made possible through collective participation from elders, youth, artists, cultural workers and well-wishers across regions. The Society also paid homage to all Karbi cultural activists and pioneers whose dedication continues to guide its mission.
The occasion was graced by KCS founding president Lunse Timung as Chief Guest, adding historic significance to the celebration. Eminent personalities in attendance included Lawrence Teron, Executive Member of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council and Reception Committee president for the 52nd KYF; Ritesh Enghi, KCS president; Adviser Chandrasing Kro; former general secretaries Saising Rongpi and Bidyasing Rongpi; composer of the KCS anthem Harsing Ingti; renowned singer Sashikala Hansepi; former MAC Seema Ronghangpi and prominent leaders Sonasing Terang, P Dili and Bibison Ingti.
Representatives from various organisations, including KNCA, KARSA, FHSAM, Karbi Adorbar, KSA, KUYA and the Women Justice Forum, along with members of KCS Zonal Committees from Diphu-Manja, Diphu Government College and Donsuri Chingri, participated in large numbers. All KCS Zonal Committees across different locations simultaneously observed the 49th anniversary, showcasing unity and collective pride across Karbi Anglong.
