Governor of Meghalaya lauds Kur Passah community’s efforts in protecting sacred sites

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaDecember 31, 2024

The Governor of Meghalaya, CH Vijayashankar, visited the Mujra ka Mukan of Kur Passah at Thaw Thang Sati in Chutwakhu Jowai on December 30.

A short gathering was held, and elders of the clan highlighted their ancestry from the Kupli River. It was also emphasized that the Mujra ka Mukan was an ossuary where the bones of the deceased were kept after cremation, but the indigenous practice was banned by the British Raj, including the Behdienkhlam Festival in the 1800s.

Addressing the gathering, the Governor thanked the Kur Passah community for inviting him. He spoke about the importance of knowing one’s history to create history and emphasized the need for education and moral support for the younger generation. He praised Jowai for its cleanliness and beauty, comparing it to heaven, and expressed his pride in being associated with the community.

The Governor acknowledged the financial assistance provided by the previous governor for development work and assured the community of his continued support. He emphasized the importance of preserving cultural and traditional values and encouraged the community to maintain the city’s sanctity and cleanliness.

The Governor also praised the Kur Passah clan’s efforts to protect sacred sites and indigenous practices, stating that their commitment reflects the resilience of cultural identity. He encouraged other clans to follow this example and assured the community of his open-door policy at Raj Bhawan for any assistance.

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