Walong, : Lt Gen Abhijit S Pendharkar, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of SpearCorps, along with all ranks, extended warm greetings and best wishes to the Nyishi Community and the people of Arunachal Pradesh on the occasion of the #BooriBootYulloFestival.

In his message, Lt Gen Pendharkar expressed hope that the festival, which holds deep cultural and traditional significance for the Nyishi people, brings joy, peace, and happiness to every household in the state. He emphasized that such celebrations reinforce the rich heritage of Arunachal Pradesh while fostering unity, cultural pride, and mutual respect between the local communities and the armed forces.
The Boori Boot Yullo Festival, celebrated annually, marks a time of thanksgiving to nature and ancestral deities for bountiful harvests, good health, and prosperity. It is observed with traditional rituals, community prayers, folk dances, and feasts, bringing together families and villagers in a spirit of harmony and festivity.
Lt Gen Pendharkar’s message highlighted the commitment of the Indian Army, through the Spear Corps, to maintain close ties with local communities, support cultural preservation, and strengthen civil–military camaraderie across the region. The greetings were warmly received by the Nyishi community, who appreciated the gesture as a token of goodwill and continued partnership between the armed forces and the people of Arunachal Pradesh.
This message is part of the ongoing efforts by the Spear Corps to engage with communities, celebrate local traditions, and promote peace, unity, and socio-cultural development in the region.