Machihan Sasa: Preserving Ancient Manipuri Longpi Pottery will receive Padma Shri award
Ukhrul: In the serene landscapes of Ukhrul, Manipur, 73-year-old Machihan Sasa stands as a living testament to cultural preservation and artistic resilience. A master craftsperson, Sasa has dedicated five decades of his life to promoting and preserving the ancient Manipuri tradition of Longpi Pottery, which traces its roots back to the Neolithic period (10,000 BC)….