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Title: CM Reviews Preparations for Golden Jubilee 1000 Drums Wangala Festival at Chibragre
Press Release Number:
21/10/2026
Description:
Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister said the State Government was working in close coordination with the 100 Drums Wangala Festival Committee to ensure the successful organisation of the landmark event. He informed that the government had agreed to support the committee’s budget proposal of ₹5.50 crore.
In addition, ₹20 crore has been sanctioned through the Public Works Department (PWD) for infrastructure development, temporary installations and other essential arrangements, taking the total sanctioned amount to ₹25.50 crore.
Sangma said the visit was intended to assess the progress of ongoing works, review the overall preparedness and address any issues arising during implementation. Officials from various government departments, the District Administration and members of the festival committee were present during the review.
He emphasised the importance of coordination among the departments and the organising committee, stating that preparations were progressing on a war footing to ensure the smooth conduct of the golden jubilee celebration.
The 1000 Drums Wangala Festival is expected to be a landmark occasion celebrating 50 years of the annual festival and showcasing the rich cultural heritage, traditions and indigenous identity of the Garo people
In addition, ₹20 crore has been sanctioned through the Public Works Department (PWD) for infrastructure development, temporary installations and other essential arrangements, taking the total sanctioned amount to ₹25.50 crore.
Sangma said the visit was intended to assess the progress of ongoing works, review the overall preparedness and address any issues arising during implementation. Officials from various government departments, the District Administration and members of the festival committee were present during the review.
He emphasised the importance of coordination among the departments and the organising committee, stating that preparations were progressing on a war footing to ensure the smooth conduct of the golden jubilee celebration.
The 1000 Drums Wangala Festival is expected to be a landmark occasion celebrating 50 years of the annual festival and showcasing the rich cultural heritage, traditions and indigenous identity of the Garo people
Released Date:
21 Oct 2026
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