Mopin mirrors Arunachal’s soul, fuels tribal progress: Himanta Biswa Sarma

Despite challenging weather conditions, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma reached Aalo in Arunachal Pradesh’s West Siang district to take part in the 59th Central Mopin Festival celebration—one of the most vibrant and cherished festivals of the Galo community.

CM Sarma joined Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Minister Dasanglu Pul, and other dignitaries at the Gumin Kiin ground, where traditional dances, rituals, and community prayers were performed to honor Ane Mopin and Donyi Polo—the deities revered by the Galo people. 
Mopin is widely celebrated across West Siang, Leparada, Lower Siang, East Siang, Upper Subansiri, and other Galo-inhabited districts, as a thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest and a prayer for peace and prosperity.

Extending his greetings, CM Sarma said, “Mopin is one of the most cherished and colorful festivals of Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Galo tribe. I am confident that this ethno-traditional celebration will continue to fuel the socio-economic progress of the tribe and uphold its revered way of life.”

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Both CMs offered prayers to seek divine blessings for harmony and prosperity in the region. CM Khandu echoed the importance of preserving Mopin for future generations, calling it a “living legacy of Galo ancestry.”

Topin Ete, MLA of Aalo West, and Minister Kento Jini, MLA of Aalo East, were also present at the celebration. MLA Ete underlined that Mopin is a strong symbol of Galo identity, while CM Khandu called on the youth to take pride in their heritage and keep tribal traditions alive.

With folk dances, ceremonial offerings, and a deep sense of cultural unity, this year’s Central Mopin Festival once again reaffirmed the Galo community’s unwavering connection to their roots—and their vision for a progressive, culturally rich future.