The 6th Winter Night Carnival organised by Adventure and Motorsports Association Mokokchung (AMAM) was formally inaugurated on December 15 evening at the Town Square Police Point, Mokokchung, opening the winter festivities for the citizens of the town. The inaugural programme was graced by SDO (Civil) Mokokchung, Temsuchuba Jamir, as the Inaugural Patron.
The organisers, AMAM, informed that a total of 109 stalls have been confirmed and marked for the Winter Night Carnival. The final number of operational stalls, however, will depend on individual stall owners setting up their respective units. The stalls have been categorised into merchandise stalls, food stalls, music corners, and game stalls, with merchandise stalls, food, music, and game stalls are spread across designated sections of the carnival venue.
In his address, Temsuchuba Jamir appreciated the organisers, AMAM, for taking the initiative to organise the Winter Night Carnival for the citizens of Mokokchung. He stated that the carnival provides an important platform for people to showcase their skills and talents, especially offering opportunities for local entrepreneurs to set up stalls and engage with the public.
Referring to the cold December evening, he remarked that despite the chill, the festive season brings warmth to people’s hearts, allowing families and friends to spend quality time together. With schools and colleges having concluded their sessions, he noted that the carnival comes at an appropriate time for people to relax and enjoy.
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He acknowledged AMAM for creating a space for healthy merrymaking and stated that for some individuals and families, such opportunities could turn into hope and livelihood. Emphasising the effort behind organising public events, he remarked that hosting such programmes requires significant planning and commitment.
The Inaugural Patron appealed to the public to enjoy the carnival responsibly by adhering to the guidelines and maintaining discipline and respect for the town environment. He stressed that the event should be a blessing for the town and not a source of commotion. He concluded by wishing the organisers a grand success.
Addressing the gathering, AMAM President Talisunep said that Mokokchung has been blessed with the winter season, adding that the streets have come alive with a festive mood. He encouraged citizens to enjoy the Winter Night Carnival with their loved ones, friends and family, and to take time to appreciate the various stalls set up for the occasion.
Highlighting the attractions of the carnival, he informed that the event features music corners, merchandise stalls, food stalls, and game stalls. He made an earnest appeal to the public, as responsible citizens of Mokokchung, to refrain from creating any unnecessary disturbances and to maintain discipline, peace, and harmony throughout the event. He also urged the public to keep the streets clean.
Talisunep further acknowledged the support of the traffic and security personnel, Mokokchung Police, the Deputy Commissioner, District Administration, and Mokokchung Municipal Council (MMC) for ensuring smooth traffic management and for issuing necessary guidelines for the event.
The programme was hosted by Sentimenla Arong, followed by a melody presented by Kati and Among. The formal programme concluded with the inauguration of stalls by the Inaugural Patron, followed by a walk-through of the stalls accompanied by Christmas songs presented by the Class of Music, Mokokchung.
