ITANAGAR: Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt Gen K T Parnaik conveyed his warm greetings to the people of the state on the festive occasion of Chindang on Saturday and expressed hope that the festivity will usher in a good harvest, prosperity, and happiness for all. In his message, the governor said that indigenous festivals have always fostered a deep connection with nature. During these celebrations, prayers and rituals are dedicated to the mountains, rivers, sun, and moon, seeking their blessings for humanity's well-being and bountiful harvests. “These communities also pray to ward off evil spirits, safeguarding their villages and the animals vital to their livelihood. This preserves the precious gifts of nature. I hope that our indigenous communities persist in their time-honoured tradition of preserving our environment, benefiting both themselves and future generations,” he said in his message.
Festivals like Chindang serve as vital platforms for the transmission of the rich cultural practices of the state, Parnaik said. “On this joyous occasion, I join my Sajolang brethren in offering prayers to the Almighty for the welfare of mankind,” he added in his message
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