Opening of Cultural Museum: Kayah State CM attended the ceremony

Kayah State Chief Minister U Zaw Myo Tin, attended the opening ceremony of the Loikaw Cultural Museum on the morning of March 26, held at the Loikaw Branch of the Department of Archaeology and National Museum marking the 80th Armed Forces Day.

During the opening speech, the Chief Minister mentioned that the Loikaw Cultural Museum is the only museum in the state showcasing the cultural heritage of the region, including both tangible and intangible cultural artifacts, traditional items of the Kayah ethnic group, literary references, and historical records of the state.

The museum's purpose is to preserve and protect these cultural heritages, making them accessible to the public for learning and inspiring future generations. The Chief Minister further emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to ensure the museum remains a long-lasting institution for future generations to appreciate.

Following the opening speech, the Chief Minister, the Commander of regional operation Command, and the Minister for Social Affairs jointly cut the ceremonial ribbon to officially open the museum. They, then, watched cultural performances by the Pom PoM Dance Group, the Drum and Bugle Corps from the No. 1 Basic Education High School, and the ethnic dance group.

The Chief Minister and officials also presented cash award to the performers. The awards were accepted by the respective representatives, and a group photograph was taken as a memento. Subsequently, the Chief Minister signed the guestbook at the museum, touring the exhibitions and observing children reading in the library area.

The event also included a cultural performance of Myanmar Thanaka Culture, where the ethnic youth, students, and staff members participated joyfully. The opening of the Loikaw Cultural Museum marks the restoration of the state's cultural heritage, which had been damaged and lost due to the actions of violent extremists in Loikaw in previous years.

The government's prompt efforts to restore the damaged artifacts and buildings, funded by the state, have enabled the museum to reopen and continue preserving the cultural legacy of the state for future generations.