Kohima: Vision Higher Secondary School in Diphupar marked its Literary and Cultural Day 2026 on Friday. The event focused on preserving indigenous languages and traditions. It challenged students to sharpen their creative abilities.
Journalist and filmmaker Moses Hongang Chang served as the special invitee. He told students that cultural identity starts at home and deepens through education. He warned that abandoning mother tongues leads to the loss of history and wisdom. "Our culture and our identity begin at home," Chang said.
Chang pushed students to record stories from their elders. He noted that knowledge lives in the memories of the community, not just in textbooks. He asked them to write about their villages and experiences. He also reminded the audience that pride in one's own heritage requires respecting others. "Being proud of your culture does not mean believing that it is better than someone else’s," he added.
The program started with a presentation by the Yimkhiung Community. Assistants Elen and Zubemo hosted the event. Chaplain Y Anger offered the invocation. Tokingla gave the welcome speech, and Razou handled the recitation.
Competition was fierce. The Sümmi Community performed a war cry called Ni Jisu Toi Shilu Pelo. Kemcina and Ajungla Rachel acted out The Old Storyteller. Students also competed in yarn rolling, bamboo climbing, stilt walking, car racing, fat eating, fire making, and tug of war. They also recognized Vision’s Strength Athletes of 2026. Asang gave the vote of thanks, and Starwood ended the day with a benediction.
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