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Manipur CM urges preservation and promotion of traditional Thang‑Ta martial art
✍️ E-Pao.net
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 02:37 PM
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The Chief Minister of Manipur called for concerted efforts to safeguard and promote Thang‑Ta, the state’s indigenous martial art, during a public address on October 27.
Manipur’s Chief Minister addressed a gathering on October 27, urging authorities, cultural bodies and the youth to work together in preserving Thang‑Ta, the traditional martial art native to the state. He highlighted the art’s historical roots and its role in shaping the region’s identity.
Thang‑Ta, which combines armed and unarmed combat techniques, has been practiced for centuries in Manipur. The CM noted that despite its rich heritage, the discipline faces declining participation and limited visibility beyond the state.
The chief minister proposed concrete steps such as integrating Thang‑Ta into school curricula, organizing regular exhibitions, and providing financial support to practitioners and training institutes. He appealed to the government to allocate resources for documentation and promotion of the art at national and international platforms.
Thang‑Ta, which combines armed and unarmed combat techniques, has been practiced for centuries in Manipur. The CM noted that despite its rich heritage, the discipline faces declining participation and limited visibility beyond the state.
The chief minister proposed concrete steps such as integrating Thang‑Ta into school curricula, organizing regular exhibitions, and providing financial support to practitioners and training institutes. He appealed to the government to allocate resources for documentation and promotion of the art at national and international platforms.