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Kohima: The Tribal Research Institute, Nagaland, and the Department of Tribal Affairs joined forces with the Pochury Students Union to host a tribal art and craft workshop. The event took place at the Village Council Hall in Meluri on November 7. Organizers held the session as part of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas and Reform Utsav 2026. Experts aimed to save indigenous craftsmanship from fading away.
EAC Meluri, Kumari Pipfusa Pojar, spoke to the crowd about turning these old-school skills into a real paycheck. She urged students to pay attention and respect their history. She stated, "traditional craftsmanship could also serve as a potential source of income, particularly for students." She thanked the local artisans for teaching the kids.
Rongley Leyri, president of the Pochury Students Union, delivered the keynote address. He reminded the audience that their culture defines their identity. He wants the youth to carry that torch forward. General secretary Tsiarhotho Thsangkhure chaired the program, and vice president Chingusie Phojii led the invocation.
The workshop turned theory into practice. Members of the Pochury Mothers Association showed off pottery techniques from Sütsü and Laruri villages. The Khumiasü Village Women’s Society handled the cotton weaving demonstration. A third display covered bamboo craft, showing how to turn raw materials into goods. Students got their hands dirty by trying these techniques alongside the masters.
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