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Arunachal Guv extends Donggin fest greetings

Itanagar, Feb 1 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik on Saturday extended his warm greetings and good wishes to the people of the State on the eve of Donggin Festival.
He wished that the vibrant celebration brings prosperity, happiness, and a bountiful harvest to the State.
The Governor said that agriculture remains the backbone of Arunachal Pradesh, deeply intertwined with the lives and livelihoods of its people. Our community takes pride in celebrating numerous festivals that are closely linked to our agrarian practices. These festivals beautifully showcase our enduring cultural heritage and traditions, passed down through generations.
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