Meghalaya to Script Pa Togan Plays for Schools With Fresh Funding for Memorial
The move seeks to connect students with A’chik history through classroom performances.
Overview
- Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma made the announcement during the 153rd death anniversary observance at Togan Park in Chisobibra, East Garo Hills.
- A detailed script on Pa Togan’s life will be produced and distributed to schools and colleges for student enactments.
- Sangma said a short play on the Garo freedom fighter has already been prepared for use.
- Nearly Rs 17 lakh has been provided for Chisobibra infrastructure under the World Tourism Day Community-led Tourism Fund and the CMSDF, with another Rs 20 lakh to follow.
- The government pledged continued support to the Pa Togan Memorial Association, while Cabinet Minister Marcuise N. Marak urged safeguarding historical narratives that build community pride.