Culture for unity: Jamir

Kohima, Aug 1 (UNI) Goa Governor S C Jamir has said it is culture rathar than religion or politics that brings unity and cohesion to the country and called upon the people to remain united in order to march forward progressively.

Gracing the Tsungremmong celebration of Ao tribe of the Nagas at his native village in Ungma under Mokokchung district yesterday, Mr Jamir said there are many religions and political parties in India which were responsible for working towards disintegration of the country adding it is only culture that will bring unity to the nation.

Dressed in traditional attires, the governor called upon the people not to forsake culture as it is only through culture that a nation can move. He also stressed on the need for revival and reformation of culture and further encouraged the people to let their mind grow freely without any hindrance.

Various cultural dances and folk songs were presented by different clubs, organisations of the village followed by a community feast.

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