SHILLONG, April 4: In commemoration of the Khasi National Awakening Day, Khasi folk metal band Dymbur released their new single ‘U Tirot Sing’ on various social media platforms on Tuesday.
KSU president, Lambokstarwell Marngar released their single at a premier event held at Jaïaw Shyiap-Lumpyllon Community Hall.
The music single supported by the KSU also featured noted musician, Desmond Rimaki Sun.
This day is commemorated on April 4, 1829, recalling the legendary Khasi freedom fighter, U Tirot Sing Syiem, who had raised the battle cry against the invasive British forces. He was eventually captured and defeated. He died in Dhaka on July 17, 1835.
