The government of Gunung Purei Subdistrict, North Barito Regency, has declared its full readiness to actively participate in the prestigious 2026 Iya Mulik Bengkang Turan Cultural Festival (FBIMBT). The grand event, which serves as a platform for preserving local customs and culture, is scheduled to take place in Muara Teweh, the capital of North Barito Regency.
Acting Head of Gunung Purei Subdistrict, Irwanto, S.STP., M.I.P., emphasized that the entire contingent from his region is ready to give their best performance and compete sportingly in the festival. This involvement is not merely about participation, but a commitment to showcasing the rich art and culture unique to their region to the fullest.
The Iya Mulik Bengkang Turan Cultural Festival itself is a routine agenda highly anticipated by the people of North Barito. Apart from being a source of entertainment, this festival plays a crucial role in introducing, preserving, and passing down ancestral traditional values to the younger generation amidst the tide of modernization.
