RONO HILLS, 2 May: Rajiv Gandhi University’s (RGU) ‘Arunachal Panorama’ event this year was inaugurated here by Youth Affairs Minister Mama Natung on 29 April, in the presence of RGU Vice Chancellor Prof Saket Kushwaha, Registrar Dr NT Rikam, and others.
Natung, along with other dignitaries, visited the traditional huts showcasing the rich cultural heritage of different tribes, representing different parts of the state. Ten huts, representing 10 unique tribes of the state, were set up. “The huts were decorated with all the traditional essence of respective tribes,” the university informed in a release.
A ceremonial ‘diversity dance’ was presented by students representing the Khampti, Singpho, Mishmi, Tagin, Monpa, Nocte, Tangsa, Wancho, Adi, Galo, Apatani, and Nyishi tribes of the state.
Natung in his address emphasised on the role of the youths in safeguarding the state’s cultures, and said that “Arunachal Pradesh is not only rich in culture but also in nature – still 80 percent of the state is covered with green forests.”
Prof Kushwaha highlighted “the beautiful cultures of Arunachal,” and said that “the Indian government has launched initiatives to showcase the state’s culture to the people of other states of the country.”
Day two of the event featured traditional games of various tribes, such as Adi, Khampti, Singpho, Mishmi, Monpa, Nocte, Nyishi, and Wancho.
Doimukh MLA Tana Hali Tara, who attended the valedictory function, motivated the students and other youths to promote the state’s cultures and traditions.
An ‘attire show’ of different tribes of the state was one of the highlights of the event.
