Educational institutions organise various programmes

As part of the academic curriculum and extracurricular activities, educational institutions organised varied programmes for the students.
KVD: Kendriya Vidyalaya Dimapur celebrated its 40th annual day with pomp gaiety on May 2 with Chief Engineer Project Sewak HQ and VMC chairman, Manv Prasad as the chief guest.
The chief guest praised the achievement of the students and teachers and also blessed the students with a hope to reach the zenith in academics, sports and other activities.
KV Dimapur, Project Sewak principal, MH Shimray delivered the annual report presentation (academic, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements of the students at Vidyalaya level and national level).
Earlier, the programme started by the lighting of lamp followed by the cultural program, including the ambiance of cultural heritage and Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat (EBSB). Certificates were awarded to the participants of cultural program at regional level and national level under EBSB and the national level participants of sports event. The programme culminated by the flag hoisting followed by national anthem.
SCHE: A guest lecture on the topic, “The panoramic discourse on Naga culture” was organised by the department of history of Salesian College of Higher education on May 2 at College Conference Hall with associate professor, HoD department of history, St. Joseph University Sovima, Dr. Avinuo Chupou as the guest speaker. The college said the lecture aimed to provide a comprehensive overview of the cultural heritage, history, and traditions of the Naga people.
Dr. Chupou began her lecture by providing the meaning and the two kinds of culture; material and non-material and discussed the historical and political context in which Naga culture has evolved, emphasizing the impact of colonization, modernization, and state formation on the Naga people’s way of life.
Throughout the lecture, Dr. Chupou underscored the importance of preserving and promoting Naga culture in the face of ongoing cultural assimilation and erasure. She highlighted the various initiatives being undertaken by Naga communities and organizations to safeguard their cultural heritage, such as the revival of traditional art forms, language revitalization programs, and community-based tourism.
The lecture concluded with a lively question and answer session, during which Dr. Chupou engaged with the audience on a range of topics related to Naga culture, including the importance of History, religious beliefs, and contemporary issues facing the Naga people.