Itanagar: Miao town in Changlang district is set to host the 42nd Shapawng Yawng Manau Poi (SYMP) in 2026, marking a historic return to the site of the first Manau Poi held in 1985. A high-level meeting was held at Miao Singpho Village, the proposed celebration site, to discuss urgent preparations for Manau Wang, the ceremonial ground where the festival will take place. Chaired by Tai Khamti Singpho Council (TKSC) President Phup Yong Singpho, the meeting witnessed enthusiastic participation from Singpho community leaders. It was unanimously resolved to develop the Manau Wang on a priority basis, replicating the grand success of previous editions. A dedicated body—the Miao Shapawng Yawng Manau Wang Development Committee—has been formed, with World Kachin Congress Vice President Jowkhong Singpho as President and Jawong Tingwa as Working President. Smti. Pinna Singpho will serve as General Secretary-cum-Convenor, supported by a core team of office bearers and an advisory board comprising respected community figures. To ensure smooth execution, the committee will hold discussions with villagers sharing land boundaries and form steering units for fundraising. Renowned architects Slg. Rajesh Gudung and Slg. Omiyo Ningda will design what is envisioned as the largest and tallest concrete Manau Shadung in India. A total of ₹12.5 lakh was pledged to kick-start the development. Major contributions came from SDS Vice President Pisi Suriya Singpho and Slg. Sikhang Zauing (₹5 lakh each). Additional donations were made by Pisigam Singpho, Smti. Pinna Singpho, and Ligang Gumshong Mirip. Following advice from MLA and CM’s Advisor Kamlung Mossang, the committee will submit a detailed project report (DPR) to the state government to seek early financial support. The committee has appealed to Singpho nationals across India to contribute financially and announced plans to release bank and QR code details via social media shortly.
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