DON, OCT 16:

Rajya Sabha MP Tai Tagak on Friday called for the preservation and promotion of indigenous faith, traditions and cultural heritage while inaugurating the Donyi-Polo Kumko Don at Don village under Gepen Circle in Kamle district.

Addressing the gathering, Tagak stressed the importance of safeguarding the Donyi-Polo faith and traditional knowledge of Arunachal Pradesh. He urged the younger generation to remain connected with their indigenous roots, values and traditions while contributing to the development of the state and the nation.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by Daporijo MLA Taniya Soki, Zilla Parishad Chairperson Boni Tamin, Kamle Deputy Commissioner JT Obi, Superintendent of Police Ashish Kumar, Secretary of Water Resources Development and Indigenous Affairs Pige Ligu, and Arunachal Vikas Parishad president Gomar Angu, along with community leaders, religious representatives, students, youth and local residents.

The programme began with traditional Dwraq chants by the Namlo priest, followed by the tying of Riddin and the unveiling of the inauguration pillar by Tagak.

It also featured traditional prayers, cultural performances, special songs and addresses by community representatives and dignitaries. Students of Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Meg Dong, and St Vincent Pallotti School presented cultural performances.

The inauguration marked an important step in the community’s efforts to preserve its indigenous faith, traditions and identity for future generations.