Shillong, Nov 8: The Hundred Drums Wangala Festival is set for its biggest edition ever as it marks 50 years from November 11 to 14 at Wangala A·dam, A·chik Heritage Village, Chibragre.
Over Rs 5.5 crore has been earmarked by the state government for the golden jubilee, with most funds already released to the Wangala Committee, West Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner Vibhor Aggarwal said after inspecting the venue on Saturday.
For the first time, a Guinness World Records team will be present to witness and document the historic gathering.
Aggarwal, along with officials and Wangala Committee members, reviewed the helipad, entry-exit roads, Nok A·chik, VIP stage, stalls, parking and traffic arrangements. He said PWD works on roads and helipad for VVIP dignitaries are nearing completion.
The four-day celebration is expected to bring together thousands of drummers, dancers, traditional artistes and visitors to celebrate 50 years of the iconic fes
tival.
