Students from Chhattisgarh arrived in Nagaland for a week-long cultural exchange programme on June 15.
Kohima, June 15 (MExN): Under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Yuva Sangam Phase-II initiative, 42 students from Chhattisgarh arrived in Nagaland on June 15 for a week-long cultural exchange programme. The students were accompanied by four faculty members from National Institute of Technology (NIT), Raipur.
On their arrival, they were received by Dr Rosang Pongen, Nodal officer the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, Nagaland state and their team accompanied by the 7th Assam Rifles, stated a press release from the PIB Kohima.
Later, an inaugural programme of the cultural exchange tour was held at NIT Chümoukedima. On behalf of Chattisgarh delegates, Dr DC Jhariya from NIT Raipur shared the excitement and enthusiasm of all Chhattisgarh delegates to learn about Nagaland. Chümoukedima Village Council Chairman, Razouvotuo Khroitsu greeted all delegates. Dr Zhoto Tumyi, Assistant Professor, Department of Political science, Patkai Christian College briefed the delegates on the culture, tradition, people and society of Nagaland.
During the week-long stay, the students and faculty members will be exploring the cultural heritage of Nagaland and participate in various cultural, technical and entertainment events. The students will also learn about the local fruits and vegetables of Nagaland, experience the traditional method of cooking various Naga cuisines and witness different traditional music. An interactive session will also be held between students of Chhattisgarh and Nagaland. The delegates will depart for Chhattisgarh on June 19.
It may be mentioned that 42 students from Nagaland left for Chhattisgarh on June 12 for a week-long cultural exchange programme. This time Nagaland has been paired with Chhattisgarh, where the National Institute of Technology, Riapur (NITRR) will be the host Higher Educational Institution. The students will return to Nagaland on June 20.
