Ro Min Rêlsak Ang Che Explained

Lushai: Ro Min Rêlsak Ang Che
English Title:"Be Thou Our Counsellor"
Type:De facto state song
Alt Title:Lushai: Aw Nang, Kan Lal, Kan Pathian
En Alt Title:O Thou, Our God, Our Ruler
Country:Mizoram, India
Author:Rokunga
Lyrics Date:1965
Composer:Rokunga
Adopted:19661986
1986–present

Ro Min Rêlsak Ang Che (Be Thou Our Counsellor) is a song serving as the de facto state song of Mizoram in northeastern India.[1] [2]

History

Following the declaration of independence by the Mizo National Front, the leadership sought to adopt an official national anthem for the nascent state. They identified Rokunga's song "Ro Min Rêlsak Ang Che" as a fitting representation of the Mizo people's spirit and aspirations. After obtaining Rokunga's permission, the song was officially designated as the national anthem during the two years of the declared independence.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Culture of Mizoram, Mizoram Art & Craft, Festivals in Mizoram.
  2. Web site: Mizo Hnam Hla (1961-1986). 2005.
  3. Web site: Official Mizo Lyrics. 2012.
  4. Kristian Hla Bu No. 585