Mokokchung, 27 February (MTNews): Mokokchung College of Teacher Education (MCTE) celebrated its first “Fusion Fest” under the theme “Navigating Our Roots” on 27 February 2024 at the college premises. It is a four-day event to be held from 27 February to 1 March 2024. Cultural and Literary Competitions were held on Day-1, which was graced by P Tiatemsu, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Fazl Ali College, and Advisor, Arju Centres, Mokokchung, as the Special Guest.
Addressing the gathering, the Special Guest stressed three aspects that he believes are worth navigating upon: work culture, traditional knowledge, and community life. He underscored the importance of upholding intangible cultural aspects passed through generations, like family traditions, social events, skills, arts, and, most importantly, the values which are in grave danger, according to him. The Special Guest stated that it is one’s duty to take the responsibility of spreading the rich cultural knowledge to the next generation. He also encouraged the students to emphasize hard work, resilience, having a purpose in life, and having indigenous knowledge.
The other highlights of the program included the welcome address by Dr T Alemla Longkumer, Principal, MCTE, events’ highlights by Maongsunep Kichu, General Secretary, MCTESU, and a special presentation entitled ‘Naga Lima’ by Imnasenla. The program was chaired by Onenla Jamir while Chongten, President, Campus Dwellers’ Fellowship invoked God’s blessings. The four-day event comprises competitions like traditional fire making, extempore, folktale narration, duet, indigenous games and sports, stall exhibition, and sales, including a musical spectacle.