TAWANG, NOV 1:

A Tutsa folk dance troupe from Tirap district showcased the community’s rich cultural heritage at the Exposition of the Sacred Relics of Lord Buddha held at Tawang on Sunday.

The troupe was led by In-charge District Art and Culture Officer (DACO) Techi Anya, who also serves as Circle Officer of Bari Basip administrative circle.

The event was attended by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Member of Parliament (Eastern Arunachal Pradesh) Tapir Gao, Tawang MLA, representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs), the Director of the International Buddhist Confederation and foreign delegates from countries including Bhutan, Thailand and Myanmar.

Through its traditional performance, the troupe showcased the distinctive artistic traditions and cultural identity of the Tutsa community, adding to the cultural celebrations accompanying the exposition.

The participation provided a platform to promote and preserve Tirap district’s indigenous cultural heritage while bringing its traditional art forms to a wider national and international audience.