Itanagar, Feb 5: Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Spear Corps, along with all ranks, extended warm greetings and best wishes to the Meyor community and the people of Arunachal Pradesh on the occasion of the Lha Chhuth Festival.

In his message, Lt Gen Pendharkar conveyed hopes that the festival, celebrated with prayers, rituals, and traditional festivities, brings joy, peace, and happiness to families across the region. He appreciated the Meyor community for preserving their unique cultural traditions and fostering social harmony in Arunachal Pradesh.
The Spear Corps, operating in the northeastern sector, has maintained strong engagement with local communities through cultural, educational, and social initiatives. Greetings on occasions like Lha Chhuth reflect the Corps’ commitment to promoting goodwill, cultural understanding, and community solidarity.
Lha Chhuth Festival is an important cultural and spiritual event for the Meyor people, observed with rituals that honor local deities and strengthen family and community bonds. It also provides an opportunity for the community to celebrate their heritage through traditional music, dance, and communal feasts.
Through this gesture, Lt Gen Pendharkar and the Spear Corps reaffirmed their solidarity with the people of Arunachal Pradesh, wishing them continued prosperity, good health, and the preservation of their vibrant cultural identity.