The 65th 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival Eastern General Induction Ceremony Successfully Held

Renewing the March 1 Spirit... Pledging Success of the Festival and Safety for All

The 65th 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival Eastern Promotion Committee (Chairman Kim Jincheol) announced on the 9th that it successfully held the Dongbu Janggun (Eastern General) induction ceremony on the 6th at the Administrative Welfare Center in Namji-eup, Changnyeong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do.

Approximately 300 people attended the ceremony, including Mayor Seong Nakin, Changnyeong County Council Chairperson Hong Seongdu, officials related to the 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival, heads of local institutions and organizations, and residents of the eup, to celebrate the appointment of the Dongbu Janggun together.

The Dongbu Janggun induction ceremony was held at the 65th 31 Folk Cultural Festival. Provided by Changnyeong-gun.

For the position of Eastern Daejang (Commander), Son Yuhee, head of the Changnyeong County chapter of the National Ri/Tong Leaders Association Gyeongsangnam-do Branch, was appointed. For Jungjang (Lieutenant General), Shin Jongcheol, head of the Namgok area Volunteer Crime Prevention Unit, was appointed, and for Sojang (Major General), Moon Juseong, vice president of the Namji Hyangchin Association, was appointed.

Commander Son Yuhee said, "I feel a great sense of responsibility in taking on the important role of commander," adding, "Together with the lieutenant general and major general, I will reflect on the spirit of March 1 and create a 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival where all county residents can come together and enjoy themselves."

Namji-eup Mayor Kim Seongyeong said, "I will carefully oversee all aspects of the event so that the 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival can proceed without any setbacks," and added, "We will actively support it so that it becomes a venue of harmony where all county residents can gather, share, and enjoy the meaning of tradition."

The installation ceremony for Dongbu Janggun was held at the 65th 31st Folk Culture Festival. Courtesy of Changnyeong-gun

The event began with a Nongak (traditional farmers' band) performance, heightening the atmosphere, and at the subsequent ritual praying for safety and victory, the newly appointed generals raised their cups to pray for the successful hosting of the event and the well-being of the region.

Meanwhile, the 65th 3-1 Folk Cultural Festival is scheduled to be held over four days in the Yeongsan-myeon area of Changnyeong-gun, starting with an eve festival on the 28th and running until March 3.

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