CHANDEL: The 4th Lanphou (Ramsom) Bungna was celebrated on Wednesday at Duhna Lon in Lamphou Charu village under Chandel district which is about 15 km from the district headquarter.
Celebrated under the theme, “Celebrating Resilience and Fostering Unity”, the event was observed with an aim to bring all the descendants of the Ramson village together and foster a sense of oneness and unity. Moreover, established in 1979, the Ramsom Bungna, which means, to come together, has been a platform and occasion for those who have migrated to other places and villages to come together and celebrate their origin.
As part of the observation, 12 monoliths were unveiled which included one for the Phethas (Heroes) of Ramsom namely Koko Ruwngtol, Kolo Kanthuwn, Bera Sinruwng and Tothal Ruwngtol; the other 10 monoliths were inscripted the clan names of Ruwngtol, Kanthuwn, Sinruwng, Bungsong, Lukhu, Rangang, Seltun, Wangshol, Ruwnglal and Tongsin.
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The monoliths were blessed and dedicated by Rev Fr Augustine Ruwnglal, SDB, Principal of St. Joseph High School, Shajouba while they were unveiled Ss Olish, MLA, 41-Chandel (ST) AC. Releasing of unity balloons followed the unveiling of the monoliths.
Kl Warson, principal in-charge, MUGHSS, Chandel exegesis the theme of the day, “Celebrating Resilience and Fostering Unity” and pointed out how resilience had been vital in the clans of Ramsom surviving through the centuries. He also said resilience and unity had played a major role in our survival.
Bd Thumdal, principal (Retd.), United College, Chandel and member of the souvenir committee spoke on the origin and migration of the Lanphou (Ramsom). He noted how Ramsom had played a vital role in the history of the Anal Naga community.
Bs Khelhring, convenor, Souvenir Committee, spoke on the brief history of the Lanphou (Ramsom) Phethas and how they had played major roles in protecting the Anal Naga community from invaders. He said it was important that they were looked up to and respected. He also expressed his gratitude to the Anal Naga Tangpi (ANTA) for accepting and inducting the four Phethas of Ramsom among the other Phethas of the Anal community.
Ss Olish, MLA 41-Chandel (ST) AC, as chief guest, expressed her joy and honour in being a part of such an event. She said such events were important, especially for those who have migrated to other villages and the youths to learn of their history.
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The event also saw various cultural activities such as cultural dance by Lambung Youth and Cultural Club, cultural choreography by Phetha Production Team, Lamphoupasna and Ws. Ruwngshung among others.
Earlier, Ruwnglar Elly, Convenor, LOC introduced the VIPs while Rng. Belen, President, Ramsom Bungna and Rt Bechung, chief of the host village also addressed the event.