Alder College Students’ Union on Saturday organised Alder College’s 6th Cultural Day in the college courtyard. Celebration of one’s culture and cultural diversity is part of the college’s objective in organising the annual cultural day.
This year’s performances and events were nothing short of a feast for the senses – an ensemble of colours, sounds and aromas.
The ACSU under the supervision of the advisors to the student body hosted it with the aim of ‘preserving and honouring one’s culture”, Ruokuonuo Yashü, Social and Cultural Secretary of ACSU said.
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Mhomo T. Kikon, assistant professor, in his address presented an overview of Naga culture, its history and the post-colonial Naga society. He shared his concerns for the prevailing ignorance of Naga culture in today’s generation. If Nagas can imbibe in them the cultural values of the past, such as honesty, hard work and integrity among many others, most of the problems we face today can be eradicated.
In conclusion, he called upon all ‘to internalise cultural values so that we find meaning even in this fast changing modern society’.
Speaking on the topic ‘My Identity’, Hinokali Zhimo shared her concern for the decline of cultural consciousness today and the future of Naga culture.
Students from Yimkhuing community performed a folk fusion number, ‘Akhe Mukheahrüpo’ followed by a display of traditional attires. Thirteen tribes in their colourful ethnic attires showcased a marvelous glimpse of their traditional motifs and design patterns.
Students from Yimkhiung, Lotha, Rengma, Chakhesang, Sema, Zeliang, Nepali, Konyak, Angami, Pochury, Khiamniungan, Ao and Sangtam tribes exhibited their dresses and apparels and provided informative descriptions on them.
‘Alderian, Theja Kepfü Kikru’, composed by Lt. Keduovizo Metha was recited by Nülatolü. The event witnessed performance of battle cries of Naga warriors, musical renditions, demonstration of traditional games and craft, and display and sharing of a great variety of traditional cuisines, ethnic Naga and Indian.
Khriesilhou Rio, General Secretary ACSU gave the vote of thanks.
