New Delhi, July 2 NNN: The Tangkhul Shanao Long, Delhi (TSLD) celebrated its 1st Anniversary on June 29 at Constitution Club, New Delhi.
The gathering saw large attendance of students, working professionals, and elders of the community residing in Delhi. Mrs. Masophy Nakhedei, 1st President of Tangkhul Shanao Long (TSL) graced the occasion as chief guest, while Mrs. Pakahao Muivah was the guest of honour.
Masophy Nakhedei exhorted the women to stand united in facing the challenges. She also threw a challenge that women organizations like TSLD stand as a model in social services.
Leaders of various organizations and student bodies also participated in TSLD’s celebration. In a solidarity message by Tangkhul Katamnao Long, Delhi (TKLD) President Mr. Thothuingam Shinglai extended cooperation to work together in days to come in addressing issues like gender violence and discriminations in the city. The general secretary of All Tribal Students Union, Manipur (ATSUM) Vareiyo Shatsang congratulated the TSLD for achieving this much in one year time what other organizations have only been wishing for a long time. Their contribution towards fighting against child trafficking and violence against women has already been etched in the history.
Noted artist from Manipur Guru Rewben Mashangva took back the audience to their native place with his hit songs such as Chonkhom Philava and Saharwon Kapaiwon. Minute of Decay, the only Tangkhul girl band mesmerized the members present with their groovy songs and showed that they are ready to take the musical center stage in the region. The celebration witness violin rendition by Ranthing Raleng & Nimnim Ningshen, magical performance from Punjab (Mohammapur & Safdarjung Shanao Long) and Folk dance performance by the FEELS (Fraternity of East Eyes Line Soceity) transported the audience to the days of yore. The showstopper was fashion parade by young Tangkhul belles. Designer Jezreel Vashum & Timeless T.O.G.S. designed the fused traditional attire of the show.
Expressing her gratitude to people who have supported the organization through thick and thin the TSLD chairperson Felicita Shongvah reaffirmed their commitment to continue their fight against all social vices.
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