Shillong, Sep 27: On the auspicious occasion of World Tourism Day 2023, Kongthong Village, East Khasi Hills district, has been bestowed with the prestigious title of “Best Tourism Village 2023” at the esteemed National Tourism Awards, a commendation presented annually by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
The grand ceremony took place on Wednesday at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. The distinguished award was presented to Kongthong Village by V. Vidyavathi, IAS, the esteemed Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, recognizing the village’s outstanding efforts in promoting tourism and preserving cultural heritage.
Kongthong Village of Khat-ar shnong also known as the Whistling Village of India, has been a shining beacon in the tourism sector. In an era when people generally communicate through mobile phones, video chats, and text messages, the people of Kongthong communicate among themselves through whistling and using different musical tunes to call each other. This is a tradition that has been alive since time immemorial. This unique method of communication makes this isolated village renowned around the world.
