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Kohima: Ninety-seven students descended on Dimapur on October 7 to save an ancient craft. The INTACH Nagaland Chapter partnered with the North East Zone Cultural Centre and the Ministry of Culture to host an Endangered Craft Workshop. Eight schools participated, including Charis High Academy, The Maple Tree School, and Ram Janaki Higher Secondary School. Christian Higher Secondary School, Little Star Higher Secondary School, Bethesda Higher Secondary School, Amazing School, and Eklavya Model Residential School also sent pupils to the event.
Two master artisans from Changki village led the hands-on training. They showed students the traditional methods behind their pottery. The craft is fading fast. Prof. Jungmayangla Longkumer from Nagaland University, Medziphema, held an interactive session on the history of Changki pottery. She told students, "Having extensively documented the Changki pottery tradition, she spoke about the history, cultural heritage and community importance of the craft, helping students better understand its role beyond its practical use."
Organizers wanted to plant a seed of preservation in the younger generation. The event acted as a hub for cultural exchange among the school groups. Oliver T. Pongen, the deputy director of NEZCC, handed out certificates to every student. Judges picked the three best pieces of pottery from the day. These items go to INTACH HECS in New Delhi for the national archive, and the students who made them will receive special honors.
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