HT Bureau
DIPHU, Oct 30: A 20-member cultural troupe and officials from the Karbi Traditional Music and Cultural Research Institute (KTMCRI), under the Art & Culture Department of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC), returned home on Thursday morning after successfully representing Karbi Anglong at the 15th Cultural Olympiad of Performing Arts held from October 25 to 29 at Burapha University, Pattaya, Thailand.
The five-day international cultural festival was organised by Akhil Bhartiya Shankruti Shan (ABSS) Global Council of Art & Culture, the official partner of UNESCO, to bring together artists and performers from across the world.
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The event served as a platform for various ethnic communities of India to present their traditional art forms and promote cultural diversity.
The KTMCRI troupe performed a medley of traditional Karbi dances on October 27 before a large audience.
The presentation featured Ritnong Chingdi (cultivating dance), Han Up Ahi Kebi (community bamboo shoot collection dance), Lengpum Sokchon (paddy pounding dance), and Hacha Kekan (post-harvesting dance), vividly depicting the agrarian lifestyle and everyday life of the Karbi people.
During the closing and prize distribution ceremony held on October 28, Tribal Culture Research Officer (TCRO) of KAAC, Dilip Kathar, who led the troupe, was conferred the Pioneer Mentor Golden Award by ABSS Global Council of Art & Culture.
The award, comprising a memento and certificate of appreciation, recognised his outstanding contribution towards the preservation and promotion of Karbi culture and tradition at the global stage.
The participating artistes were also felicitated with medals and certificates of participation.
Upon his return, Kathar described the experience as a proud moment for Karbi Anglong, noting that the vibrant and energetic Karbi dances captivated both the audience and judges.
He expressed gratitude to Chief Executive Member (CEM) Tuliram Ronghang, Executive Member (EM) of Art & Culture Department Surjya Rongphar, Joint Secretary Nirupama Timungpi, Deputy Director Kathi Katharpi, and Principal of KTMCRI Bonsam Kathar for their guidance and support.
He also extended appreciation to the artistes whose dedication and performance made it possible to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Karbi community on the international stage.
