Nagaland Governor, Chief Minister extend Naknyulüm greetings to Chang community

Dimapur, July 30 (EMN): Nagaland Governor prof. Jagdish Mukhi and Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Saturday extended Naknyulüm festive greetings to the Chang community and the people of the state.

“It is a religious ceremony to celebrate their deliverance from darkness, good over evil and love over hatred. On this occasion the Changs share their produce and exchange gifts with one another.

“The centuries old festival and its rituals signify and embody the deep seated philosophy of the community and its cultural values – of peaceful and harmonious co-existence not only among the people but also with the environment,” read Mukhi’s greetings.

Rio took to Twitter to greet the Chang community on the auspicious occasion.

“Naknyulüm greetings to our brothers and sisters from the Chang community. May the festival which celebrates the triumph of good over evil bring blessings of good health, peace and foster goodwill among all sections of people,” he wrote.