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The Jonbeel Mela, a three-day barter festival in Assam's Morigaon district, began on Jan 16. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited the Mela and handed out royal subsistence grants to the Tiwa kings. He also inaugurated a book on Tiwa kingdom and reiterated the government's commitment to preserving its heritage. Sarma also announced the construction of a permanent stage at the Mela venue.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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