The Ura Academy held its 3rd Writers and Poets Meet at Rev Beilieü Hall, Ura Academy, Badi on Friday, which brought together writers, poets, academicians, students, and literary enthusiasts to celebrate literary contributions, promote creative expression, and preserve the literary and cultural heritage of the Naga people.

The inaugural session was led by Daso Paphino, Working President of Ura Academy. Rev Khrotso Mero, Board of Directors, Ura Academy, read the Bible reading and prayer, while the welcome address was delivered by Those Kraho, Board of Directors, Ura Academy. Dr Medongulie Tseikhanuo and Sahu Peseyie led the gathering in songs.

A significant highlight of the programme was the posthumous presentation of the Ura Academy Award 2026 to Late Professor Dr D Kuolie, a writer, and Late Medo Vizo, a poet, in recognition of their literary contributions. Each award carried a cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh along with a citation. The awards were presented by Dr Metuo Liezietsu, Secretary ,Ura Academy.

The meet also witnessed the release of ten new books by various authors, marking an important contribution to the promotion of literature and the preservation of indigenous knowledge and cultural identity.

Four books authored by Dr Shürhozelie Liezietsu were released: Kevithu Dze, Weluozou Peyu-u, Thedze Kedzü and Kerüsuo Kehou Diekourei. The other books released were Razou Kekhrie by Khriebeituonuo Pienyii; Tenyimia Kiya mu Kelhouzho by Neiziitso Mekrisuh; Kerü-Thenunuoyo mu Kedinuoyo, translated by Vetsüno Ringa and Ruokuolhounuo Pienyü; Riisoma Riiina nu Nagamia Seyie Nyie Dze by Mhalelie Vimera; and A Kezieu and U Kenei Geizo by MhasivitoNguliezhü.

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Dr Shürhozelie Liezietsu also shared insights into the translated version of William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, titled Teikado Kedukhri, highlighting the importance of translation in broadening literary horizons and making works of world literature accessible to local readers.

The programme featured special musical presentations and folk tunes, adding a cultural dimension to the literary gathering by Keneikriil Noswe and friends, M Meguo-o and Dzuvihol Kweho, showcasing the richness of traditional music and folk expression in both the session of the program.

The second session was chaired by Dr Khriivolii Keyho, Assistant Professor, Department of Tenyidie, Nagaland University. Rev Tsolie Chase, Board of Directors, Ura Academy, pronounced the invocation. Special folk song was presented by Shoyisa Rhakho and friends, while students of the Department of Tenyidie, Nagaland University, also presented a song.

Vizonyü Liezietsu, Advisor to the Ura Academy Library, spoke during the programme, contributing to the discussions surrounding the Academy’s literary and cultural initiatives.

The 3rd Writers and Poets Meet reaffirmed Ura Academy’s commitment to encouraging literary activities, recognising distinguished writers and poets, and fostering a deeper appreciation of Naga literature and cultural traditions. Through the presentation of literary awards, the release of new books, discussions on translated literature, and cultural performances, the gathering provided a platform for strengthening literary engagement and promoting the preservation of the Naga people’s linguistic and cultural heritage.