Kohima, November 10 (MExN): The North East Zone Cultural Centre (NEZCC), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, Dimapur, in collaboration with the Department of Art & Culture, Government of Nagaland, is organising border area cultural programme 2026” at Thanamir International Border Village in Kiphire District on November 11 at 11:00 AM.
The programme will be held at the Village Council Hall, Thanamir Village.
The initiative aims to promote, preserve and showcase the rich cultural heritage and traditional performing arts of the indigenous communities residing in the border areas of Nagaland.
It also seeks to provide a platform for local artists, cultural troupes and community groups to demonstrate their traditional songs, dances, music and cultural expressions, thereby strengthening cultural awareness and preserving the unique identity and traditions of the region.
Around 8 Cultural Troupes are going to participate. The inaugural function will be graced by Kinan, Secretary of Social & Cultural, Yimkhiung Tribal Council as a special Guest.
Through such collaborative programmes with NEZCC, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, the Department endeavors to strengthen cultural activities at the grassroots level and ensure that the rich traditions of border communities are preserved and promoted for future generations, according to Teisovikuolie Therie, Deputy Director, Department of Art & Culture, Government of Nagaland.
