The Jan Jatiya Gaurav Divas 2023 “State Level Painting Competition” among tribal students was held today at DUDA Conference hall, Kohima.

The program was organised by the Tribal Research Institute (TRI) Department of Tribal Affairs. Hito Sema, NCS, Joint Secretary, Tribal Affairs Department who delivered the keynote address highlighted the significance of celebrating the week long Jan Jatiya Gaurav. He mentioned that the Government of India has declared November 15 as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas dedicated to the memory of the brave tribal freedom fighter. India’s freedom struggle was strengthened by several movements by tribal communities, stated Sema, where the revolutionary movements and struggles organized by the tribal communities were marked by their immense courage and supreme sacrifice.

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The program was followed by the painting competition. Shilula T from Government Higher Secondary School, Thangjam, Tuensang was declared the winner of the competition. Anguvika Kinimi from Cannan Christian Higher Secondary School, Mokokchung won the second position while Ruyivelu Phesao from Christian Mission Higher Secondary School Diphupar, Chümoukedima secured the third position.