Cultural Exchange Event Draws 700 to Thanamir Border Village

Kohima: The North East Zone Cultural Centre and the Nagaland Department of Art and Culture brought a cultural exchange program to Thanamir on November 11, 2026. This international border village in the Kiphire district hosted the event to highlight indigenous traditions. Around 700 people attended the gathering.

Kinan, the Yimkhiung Tribal Council secretary for social and culture, served as the special guest. He warned that digital tools and AI change how people work and pull young people away from their roots. Kinan said, "Cultural preservation should not remain confined to villages but should also be encouraged and practised in urban areas to ensure its continuity among younger generations."

The event featured performances from the A, B, C, and D Khel Cultural Clubs alongside the Penkim Folk Fusion Group. Troupes from Zapami and Salomi villages also displayed traditional music and dance. Kinan thanked the Zapami group for traveling from Pfutsuro to participate.

Thanamir Village Council chairman Tsechimong welcomed the crowd. Nodal officer Teisovikuolie Therie delivered the keynote address. The event concluded with a vote of thanks from District Cultural Officer Akam P. Pastor Lunkhum and Women Director Sheyamla of the Thanamir Baptist Church performed the religious rites, while Ajam anchored the proceedings.