KOHIMA, May 7: The Nagaland Indigenous Tribes Cultural Resource Centre was inaugurated here on Thursday to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the state’s indigenous tribes.
At the event, the state government’s advisor for art and culture, K Konngam Konyak, said the centre reflected a “thoughtful and forward-looking vision” aimed not only at preserving traditions but also at creating a space where the cultural traditions could be practised and passed on to future generations.
He said Nagaland’s cultural strength lies in the diversity of its indigenous communities, and noted that all 16 recognised tribes of the state have been represented in the centre through dedicated spaces for showcasing their heritage.
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The facility would also promote mutual respect, understanding and unity among the tribes while serving as a hub for exhibitions, learning, research, documentation and cultural activities, he said.
Commissioner and Secretary of the Department of Art and Culture, Bodeno S Colo, termed the inauguration a significant milestone in the collective effort to preserve, celebrate and promote the rich cultural heritage of Nagaland’s indigenous tribes.
She said the centre stands as “a living testament” to the identity of the people of Nagaland, rooted in tradition and strengthened by community values.
Stressing the need to safeguard cultural traditions in a rapidly changing world, she expressed hope that the centre would become a beacon of knowledge and a hub of cultural exchange where tradition and innovation could coexist.
Executive Engineer of the Department of Art and Culture, Kakheli Swu, said the Rs 1,283.08 lakh spent for the project was funded jointly by the Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources (NLCPR) and the state government. (PTI)
