Chief Minister wish to the people's of Manipur

Chief Minister N. Biren conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur on the occasion of Kang (Rath Yatra) festival which falls on 1st of July, 2022.

In his message, he said, Celebration of Kang Festival in our state begins on the second day of Engen month of Manipuri Lunar Calendar and ends on the tenth day. On this day, the idols of Lord Jagannath, his brother Balabhadra and sister Subhadra are taken out from the temple through Rath (Chariot) with rituals for the ceremonial procession called Kang chingba. People from all walks of life, ireespective of caste, colour and genderturn up to participate in the procession of Kang chingba with the belief that holding the ropes and pulling the chariot carrying the deities will wash away all sorrows of life. Flowers, sweets are also offered by devotees to the lords during procession to different localities.

Lastly, he said, he will join the people of Manipur in the celebration of Kang and pray to Lord Jagannath to shower the state with Joy, Prosperity and peaceful co existence all communities.