‘NEP 2020 emphasizes promotion of art, culture through education’

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Samagra Shiksha Nagaland conducts state level Kala Utsav competition

Our Correspondent
Kohima | November 17

Nagaland Education Mission Society (NEMS) Samagra Shiksha Nagaland today conducted Kala Utsav 2023-14 State Level Competition at the Directorate School Education, Kohima.

Students from 14 districts joined the competition in Visual Art 2D, 3D and Indigenous Toys & Games, vocal music.

Addressing the introductory session, Temsunaro Aier, State Mission Director, Samagra Shiksha said that Kala Utsav is an initiative of the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GoI) launched in 2015 to promote arts in education, by nurturing and showcasing the artistic talent of secondary-level school students in the country which is regularly organized every year.

She said that the MoE recognizes the importance of aesthetics and artistic experience of the students which plays a major role in creating awareness about India’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant diversity.

Stating that the District, State and National level Kala Utsav has been structured as an art festival to include performances and display of exhibits, Aier said “This event gives the students the opportunity to understand and celebrate cultural diversity at the school, district, state and national level.”

It creates awareness about India’s rich cultural traditions and their practice among different stakeholders.

Further, it also helps to promote networking of artists, artisans and institutions with schools.

Kala Utsav is not a one-time activity but the beginning of a complete process of identifying, exploring, understanding, practicing, evolving and showcasing artistic talent, she said.

The participants do not just perform a piece of art from their living traditions, but live the complete cultural experience. It helps in enhancing various skills of the participants and to prepare them as ambassadors of our culture, she said.

Aier said that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes on the promotion of art and culture through education.

The NEP states, “Indian culture and philosophy have had a strong influence on the world. These rich legacies to world heritage must not only be nurtured and preserved for posterity but also researched, enhanced and put to new uses through our education system.”

It also highlights the importance of cultural exposure and expression and to develop a better sense of identity, belongingness as well as appreciation of other cultures.

Earlier, the programme was led by Rukuzo Hoshi, State Coordinator; followed by a review of Kala Utsav 2022-23 by K. Nzanbeni Lotha, teacher mentor, National Level Kala Utsav 2022-2023.

The panel of judges include- Dr. Bijano Murry, Joint Mission Director, Samagra Shiksha; Visetuono Angami, Asst. Director, Directorate of School Education; Neivituo Keyho, Art Executive, Art & Culture and K. Nzanbeni Lotha, teacher mentor, Kala Utsav 2022-23.

Winners

Visual Art 2-D

1st: Khozovio Pukhomai (Male) DPS Dimapur
2nd: Watimenla (Female) GHSS Tuli Mokokchung

Visual Art 3-D

1st: Ekatsho (Male) CMHSS Pfutsero
2nd: Viketounuo Kesitsu (Female) TM GHSS Kohima

Indigenous Toys & Games

1st: Gwalozu (Male)
2nd: GHS Burma Camp
Suli Zhimo GHSS Satakha

Vocal Music – Traditional

1st: Kuzhuduyi Chuzo, GHS Phusachodu
2nd: Thunodulu Therie, CMHSS Pfutsero

Folk Traditional

1st: Yampa Changsong, DBHSS Mon
2nd: Wondonglo, Perennial School Wokha

Drama (Solo Acting)

1st: Emmanuel Lotha, DBHSS Mon
2nd: Yantsurhoni Lotha, Perennial School Wokha