The second edition of Unscripted, an initiative of the Writers Collective, was held at St. Xavier College, Jalukie on March 31, featuring elder, storyteller and community leader Kevipele Iheilung.
During the storytelling session, Iheilung, who currently serves as President of Benreu Lui Baudi, dwelt on Naga history as witnessed during the 1950s and 1960s. He also provided insights into the history and culture of the Zeliang tribe, including details on the formation of Zeliang villages.
General Secretary of the Writers Collective, Dr. Vizovono Elizabeth, said that Unscripted is a new initiative aimed at making Naga literature more inclusive by incorporating various forms of art, while noting that oral storytelling continues to thrive.
In her closing remarks, President of the Writers Collective, Vishü Rita Krocha, said that the storyteller had given deeper meaning to stories and expressed hope that the gathering had been enriched, inspired and empowered by the insights shared.
Earlier, Dr. Fr. Francis S. Cheerangal, Principal of St. Xavier College, Jalukie, delivered the welcome address. Three students from the Department of English, Kewiphui, Kewiphui Namdau and Gaanchuilu, also presented poetry. The programme was chaired by Namgwangheile, Assistant Professor, Department of History, St. Xavier College, Jalukie.