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Manipur’s Yumnam Bhumeshwor Singh Wins NAMASTE Awards 2026 for Cultural Preservation
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 12:43 PM
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Yumnam Bhumeshwor Singh of Manipur was honoured with the 2026 NAMASTE Award for his contributions to preserving the state’s cultural heritage, as reported by India Today NE.
Yumnam Bhumeshwor Singh, a cultural activist from Manipur, received the 2026 NAMASTE Award for his dedicated work in safeguarding the region’s traditional arts and practices. The award was announced by India Today NE, which highlighted Singh’s role in promoting indigenous music, dance, and folklore.
Singh’s efforts have focused on documenting oral histories, supporting local artisans, and organizing community events that showcase Manipur’s rich heritage. By collaborating with schools and cultural institutions, he has helped revive interest among younger generations in the state’s distinct customs.
The NAMASTE Awards aim to recognize individuals who make significant contributions to cultural preservation across India. Organisers noted that Singh’s initiatives exemplify the spirit of the award, encouraging continued stewardship of intangible cultural assets.
Looking ahead, Singh plans to expand his outreach programs to remote villages, ensuring that endangered art forms receive both recognition and resources for sustainable practice.
Singh’s efforts have focused on documenting oral histories, supporting local artisans, and organizing community events that showcase Manipur’s rich heritage. By collaborating with schools and cultural institutions, he has helped revive interest among younger generations in the state’s distinct customs.
The NAMASTE Awards aim to recognize individuals who make significant contributions to cultural preservation across India. Organisers noted that Singh’s initiatives exemplify the spirit of the award, encouraging continued stewardship of intangible cultural assets.
Looking ahead, Singh plans to expand his outreach programs to remote villages, ensuring that endangered art forms receive both recognition and resources for sustainable practice.