Nagaland minister for health and family welfare, Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu described the recently held ‘Handshake Concert’ on June 21 at the Thai capital, Bangkok, as “most memorable and ever enjoyed” in his lifetime.

The minister was the guest of honor in this high profile ‘Handshake Concert’ at Bangkok. The event was the fifth edition and was jointly organized by the ministry of commerce of the government of Thailand and Rattle and Hum Society of Nagaland. It was also organized as part of the World Music Day celebrations on June 21.

Narrating about his experience at the historic ‘Handshake Concert’ at Bangkok to NEPS, the visibly delighted minister said such event would strengthen the “friendship and brotherhood” between the people of the Thailand and Nagaland.
Nienu said they were extremely proud to have gone beyond the “borders and boundaries” to share the “Naga culture and music” with the people of Thailand while also experiencing and enjoying the “rich Thai culture and music and more.”

The minister also expressed belief that such “event” would open doors for future alliance between the people of Nagaland and Thailand.

It may be mentioned that Thai cultural team often takes part in Nagaland’s Hornbill festivals and also participated in the ‘Road Show’ held at Phek, the hometown of Kuzholuzo.

While thanking the Royal Thai Government, particularly, Thai-Myanmar trade, ministry of commerce, Thailand, Tharadol Thongruang, for making the historic ‘Handshake Concert’ a reality at Bangkok, the minister expressed hope that more such “events” would come in near future with much support from the Governments and the people.

Dr Nicky Kire, MLA, Adviser, Music Task Force, Gugs Chishi, Director, Music Task Force, Theja Meru, President, Rattle and Hum Music Society of Nagaland, Abu Metha, Press Secretary to the Chief Minister, Nagaland, were among others in the Music Team from Nagaland to the historic ‘Handshake Concert’ at Bangkok.