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Heritage, Art, and Regional Harmony Shine in Sikkim on Day 3 of Kuzu Cultural Festival 2025
Gangtok, May 3 (IPR): MLA cum Chairman of the Public Accounts Committee, Mr Sonam Venchungpa, graced the Kuzu Cultural Festival as the Chief Guest on Day 3 of the event, held at Manan Kendra.
The Culture Department continued its vibrant cultural festival with a series of engaging and diverse programmes aimed at celebrating heritage, promoting inclusivity, and fostering cross-cultural appreciation.
The day began with a Heritage Walk held at the Sikkim State Archives. Participants were taken through a guided tour of the historical collections and documents, providing a unique glimpse into the state’s rich past.
Thereafter, cinephiles gathered at the Mini Hall, Manan Kendra, for a screening of the French film “The Mountain”, offering audiences a chance to experience international cinema and its artistic nuances.
Subsequently, the critically acclaimed play “Ek Madhavbaug” was staged at Manan Bhawan by the Humsafar Trust, Mumbai in association with the Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS). The solo performance was delivered by renowned actor Mona Ambegaonkar.
This was followed by folk songs performed by the Bhutan Cultural Group and talented artists from the Culture Department, celebrating musical traditions from across the region.
During the event, artists from various States were presented with a memento by the dignataries.
Likewise, the Secretary of Culture Department, Mr BK Lama presented the Kuzu memento to the chief guest of the day.
HoDs and officers from different departments, the Dean of the Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) Dr Muralidhar V Pai, Project Director SSACS Dr Diki Wangmo Phempo, dignitaries, teachers and students from various schools, members from various NGOs, Sahyog Clinic, along with enthusiastic local residents were present.
The day concluded with an evening of rhythm and colour at MG Marg. Folk dance performances by various Sikkim communities captivated the audience, followed by a folk song performance from Nagaland, highlighting the cultural bonds of Northeast India.
The third day of the festival stood out as a vibrant testament to Sikkim’s commitment to cultural preservation, inclusivity, and regional unity.
The Culture Department continued its vibrant cultural festival with a series of engaging and diverse programmes aimed at celebrating heritage, promoting inclusivity, and fostering cross-cultural appreciation.
The day began with a Heritage Walk held at the Sikkim State Archives. Participants were taken through a guided tour of the historical collections and documents, providing a unique glimpse into the state’s rich past.
Thereafter, cinephiles gathered at the Mini Hall, Manan Kendra, for a screening of the French film “The Mountain”, offering audiences a chance to experience international cinema and its artistic nuances.
Subsequently, the critically acclaimed play “Ek Madhavbaug” was staged at Manan Bhawan by the Humsafar Trust, Mumbai in association with the Sikkim State AIDS Control Society (SSACS). The solo performance was delivered by renowned actor Mona Ambegaonkar.
This was followed by folk songs performed by the Bhutan Cultural Group and talented artists from the Culture Department, celebrating musical traditions from across the region.
During the event, artists from various States were presented with a memento by the dignataries.
Likewise, the Secretary of Culture Department, Mr BK Lama presented the Kuzu memento to the chief guest of the day.
HoDs and officers from different departments, the Dean of the Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) Dr Muralidhar V Pai, Project Director SSACS Dr Diki Wangmo Phempo, dignitaries, teachers and students from various schools, members from various NGOs, Sahyog Clinic, along with enthusiastic local residents were present.
The day concluded with an evening of rhythm and colour at MG Marg. Folk dance performances by various Sikkim communities captivated the audience, followed by a folk song performance from Nagaland, highlighting the cultural bonds of Northeast India.
The third day of the festival stood out as a vibrant testament to Sikkim’s commitment to cultural preservation, inclusivity, and regional unity.