The celebrations are held to pay obeisance to Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of Sikkim and the common thread for the complete communal harmony here.
Over the years, Rabongla in South Sikkim has been the hub of Pang Lhabsol festival with the celebration committee straddle firmly with one foot in tradition and the other foot in modern amusements.
Having completed silver jubilee celebrations of Pang Lhabsol at Rabongla last year, the committee is all set to continue the festivities during the 26th Pang Lhabsol which will commence from September 2.
The opening day will witness rural sports, open volleyball semi-final, traditional dances and bike stunts. Besides the famed Pang Toed Chaam dance on September 4, the other chief attraction is the volleyball tournament featuring several teams. The celebrations will be held at Mani Chokerling complex.
Rabongla over the years has grown as a volleyball hub in Sikkim Himalayan region and every volleyball lover awaits this event held along the sidelines of Pang Lhabsol celebrations.
The day celebrations will be wrapped up musical evenings by hard hitting rock band Robin N Looza and rap outfit Nepsydez.
Rural Development minister CB Karki and Barfung MLA Sonam Gyatso Bhutia have extended warm invitations to all to witness the 26th Pang Lhabsol festival at Rabong.
