In news– Naga social worker Dr .Newme of Lodi Village of Dima Hasao district of Assam was awarded with Padma shri for preserving the Heraka religion for decades.
Heraka faith & Dr. Newme contributions-
- A native of Dima Hasao, Newme has acquired the title of Hero of Heraka by preserving and promoting the traditional culture of the Heraka people.
- Even the Heraka religious text “Tingwang Hingde” was transcribed by Newme.
- Haipou Jadonang, a Naga spiritual guide and political activist from Manipur, British India, founded the Heraka religious organisation.
- The veneration of the supreme god, “Tingkao Ragwang,” was emphasised by the Heraka faith.
- Although this deity was accepted as the creator god in the old religion, he or she played a very minor role in daily life as one of many gods.
Source: India Today
