The 3rd Millet Festival 2023 was successfully organized by the Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA) in collaboration with the Agriculture Department of Shamator. The event, held at the public ground in Shamator Town on August 5th, was presided over by Y. Khumla of SEWA.

During the festival, Toshila, the SEWA convenor, highlighted the significance of the Yimkhiung community celebrating the millet festival as the “First harvest crop of the year.” Wekoweu Tsuhah from the North East Network (NEN) emphasized the historical practice of millet harvesting by forefathers and the unique preservable quality of millet seeds. Tsuhah encouraged increased participation in millet cultivation alongside other crops. The occasion was graced by Special Guest L. Mongsanger.

The District Agriculture Officer of Shamator expressed gratitude to SEWA Shamator for their collaborative effort with the department in organizing the event. He acknowledged the international recognition of 2023 as the International Year of Millets. As part of the festival, millet grinding machines were distributed to beneficiaries, followed by a festive feast.

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The 3rd Millet Festival aimed to promote millet cultivation and harvesting, recognizing the importance of millets as a nutritious and sustainable crop. The event brought together the Yimkhiung community to celebrate their agricultural heritage and encourage the preservation and cultivation of millet crops.