Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on March 1 called upon the people of the state to value and promote rich Mizo culture and code of ethics as the Northeastern state celebrated Chapchar Kut.
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Chapchar Kut is the most important festival of the Mizos, which is celebrated in March after completion of the most arduous task of Jhum operation.
The festival was celebrated with cultural fervour and fanfare in all parts of Mizoram and the grand celebration was held at Assam Rifles ground in Aizawl.
Addressing the event in Aizawl, Lalduhoma said that ‘Tlawmngaina’, which is the theme of Chapchar Kut, has been the guiding force behind the unification and survival of the Mizos as sub-nation.
He said that a festival like Chapchar Kut is an important occasion for promoting rich Mizo culture and code of ethics.
“We should shun all these social evils and wrong practices that can bring bad reputation to our community and to ensure that we get a lasting peace,” the Chief Minister said.