Shillong, Dec 10: Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma today inaugurated the development of cultural and tourism amenities for the Nongkrem Dance at Lum Pomblang and Madan Syiem, Smit, and underscored the importance of preserving and promoting the state’s cultural heritage.

Reflecting on his first visit to the site over three and a half years ago, when he witnessed the rich rituals of the Nongkrem Dance, Sangma noted that despite decades of statehood, the cultural identity of the tribal community had not been fully preserved.

“I share this not as a criticism, but as a reflection. At that moment, I felt strongly that this needed to change. I was determined that we would do whatever it takes to give due respect to our traditions and culture—to protect, preserve, and promote them,” he said.

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