Saturday 31 January 2015

TRADITIONAL DANCE AND DRAMA COMPETITION AT LIROMOBA

To celebrate year long programme of Mananeeya Eknathji Janma Shati Parwa,Circle level Traditional Dance and Drama Competition was conducted on 31.12.2014 with the celebration of Donyi Polo Day in Mini Stadium, Liromoba.
All the five participant groups performed with according to the rules and regulations only. Total 132 youths were involved as participants. These groups were named as Vivekananda group, Eknathji group, Talom Rukbo group, Donyi Polo group, and Bopu youth group.
On this auspicious occasion Su. Priyanka Gupta, Siang Vibhag Sanghatak Vivekananda Kendra, Pasighat deliverd a very significant lecture. She told that everyone must know about Mananeeya Eknathji Ranade, who is the founder of Vivekananda Kendra and his vision to open the schools and also interest to work in the North Eastern Region.
A great competition was successfully conducted by the circle level team at Liromoba.

Tuesday 27 January 2015

Traditional Dance and Drama Competition in Arunachal Pradesh

Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Pradesh organized “Traditional Dance and Drama” competition on the occasion of Mananeeya Eknathji Janma Shati Parva and Samarth Bharat Parva. We touched 57 circles and 12 districts out of 120 circles and 18 districts of Arunachal Pradesh. More the 192 teams and 2500 youths participated from 25 December 2014 to 12 January 2015 were circle level and district level competition was conducted.  We formed the 45 committees for that purpose.
Theme of competition is
1) Deepening the root broadening the vision
2) Change & continuity
3) Sociocultural Challenges and response in modern context
 
The impact of this program
  • Through this program we could reach and contact around 80 circle of Arunachal
  • New sampark is developed specially with the judges, participants and the  members of indigenous organizations 
  • Our old karyakartas get activated
  • Through drama mainly cultural, educational and health awareness is created
  • The competition was totally based on traditional music instrument, traditional song with Traditional Attire and local dialect.
  • No recorded song & no electronic gadgets were used.
The 1st December to 30th December “Indigenous month” was declared by the Indigenous Faith and Culture Society of Arunachal Pradesh (IFCSAP) to engage the indigenous people for Shakti pradarshan and Shakti samvardhan. “Traditional Dance and Drama” competition doubled the enthusiasm of our people and karyakartas and   gave a great impact on the Arunachlee society that almost a month the cultural atmosphere was created and it gave the confidence and a festive mood to all indigenous people.
Very enthusiastically people participated from the border area of china and Myanmar like tuting circle of upper siang district, chaglagam circle of anjow district, khimiyong circles of changlang district, lajo circle of tirap dictrict and ponchoo circle of longding district.
At Chagalgam an elderly person of mishmi community after listening the life and message of Eknathji he not only makes a song on Eknathji in mishmi dialect but also sang in front of all the public.
At manmow, a remote circle head quarter, people participated beyond our expectation. It is Christian and militant dominated circle but villagers practiced well and demonstrated traditional drama in which priest chanting and rituals were also there. It inspired us and gave a motivation that there is a spark in their core of heart for Culture and faith.
Chimpu area near to itanagar the state capital also dominated by Christian population when our karyakarta contacted there was no response because all were busy in the preparation of Charismas. After pushing 2nd time and seeing the publicity through posters they saw the prize money they got attracted and leaving there church activity they started practicing the Traditional Dance and Drama with full involvement.
Many samiti members took the responsibility and work hard to organize the Traditional Dance and Drama in their respective circle. The convener of Yingkiong Sri Ropir Bole took the responsibility for tuting circle the remotest area. He nicely conducted the competition and brought the toppers to participate in district level.

Wednesday 21 January 2015

TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION AT YAZALI

As part of Eknathji’s 100th Birth Anniversary celebration, a Traditional Drama and a Traditional Dance competition were held in the premises of VKV  NEEPCO Yazali on 5th January 2015. Mananeeya Eknathji Ranade, the true follower of Swami Vivekananda founded VKVs across Arunachal Pradesh to illuminate this remotest part of India with education. Being a serious devotee of Swamiji, Eknathji Ranade had his dream to liven up the cultural roots of different peoples, living in our country and give her a bold and proud identity in the eyes of the world. Traditional Drama and Dance competitions which are being held at different locations in the state, in connection with Eknathji’s Birth Centenary celebration, is the untiring effort by his disciples to make that great man’s dream come true.
Gaonburah Sri Tao Tebiji and Chairperson Smt. Nibia Pomin along with other enthusiastic villagers came forward to help in organizing the competitions. It was a promising sight to see the packed crowd in the school assembly ground to witness the competitions and encourage the competitors. In Drama competition Billo Village bore away the first prize with a cash Rs. 5000.00 Poosa Village and Chullyu Village respectively stood second and third in the competitions winning Rs. 3000.00 and Rs 2000.00 In Dance competition also Billo village stood first and Poosa village stood second. The third position was occupied by Pitapool Colony. The same amount of money was given as prizes as in Drama competition.
The first prize winner Billo Village enacted a purely traditional ritual which is done to ward off evil spirits from the village which are believed to cause diseases to the villagers. Poosa village staged a drama enacting how a girl is taken away by force for marriage. Chuliiyu village showed in their drama how some villagers are ignorant of the importance of education for their children.
Sri Tania Taji, Senior manager, RHEP. NEEPCO Yazali was invited as the chief guest to witness the competitions. The President of Nyishi Society Sri Bengia Tolumji graced the occasion as one of the judges in the competitions.The  two other judges were Sri Chukhu Kochiji, Principal, Secondary School, Pitapool and Sri Dakken Karlo, Senior Accountant, RHEP, NEEPCO, Yazali. The distinguished persons lauded the effort made by VKV NEEPCO Yazali in its endeavour to promote traditional culture.

TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION at TEZU

The Circle Level TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION was held at CALSOM Hall by Vivekananda Kendra, Tezu, Arunachal Prant as a part of the yearlong celebration of Mananeeya Eknathji Janma Shati Parva.
The Programme had 10 teams participation. The special guests for the programme were Shri Promso Marap Vice-Principal Govt. Hr. Sec. School Tezu and Shri Boklelum Tega Chairman CALSOM. There was other investees and few parents.
The programme started with invocation by special guests. Smti. Sailu Billai VKV Principal & Co-coordinator MEJSP Tezu welcomed the guest and other dignitaries. The judges for the competition were Shri Agramso Kri, Smti. Y. Tamblu and Shri Soloi Ngadong.
Pomliang village team was 1st and Tafrogam village 2nd in Traditional dance competition Tafragam village got 1st in Drama Competition. The first teams will be taking part at the district level competition on 12th January 2015. During this program Speech was given by Smti Saili Billai highlighting the life history of Eknathji, He was instrumental in establishing several Vivekananda Kendra works in the remote part of Arunachal Pradesh to impart the qualitative education, like VKV, VKAJ.
Shri Promso Marap distributed the prize to the winning team and Shri Kruleso Ngadong, Nagar Pramukh Vivekananda Kendra Tezu extended the vote of thanks.

Sunday 18 January 2015

TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION AT KHARSANG

The circle level competition for the Traditional dance on occasion of MEJSP was conducted at Vivekananda Kendra Kharsang. There were three troops for the traditional dance competition. Shri Mihin Tamin , Principal, Govt. H.S.School,Kharsang, was the Chief Guest of the this programme. About 150 students and 55 well-wishers witnessed the programme.
The programme was started with the lighting of lamp by the Chief Guest, followed by the welcome address from Shri Putun Techi.
The Key-note address was delivered by Shri Keshab Upadhayay, Coordinator from VKV-Kharsang for MEJSP. In his speech the aims and objectives of the programme with life and message of Man. Eknathji was explained elaborately. It was followed by the speech of Shri Mihin Tamin, Chief Guest. He highlighted the importance of indigenous culture and appealed the public to protect it for the future generations.
Chief Guest and three judges were felicitated by the Principal of VKV-Kharsang. It was followed by the traditional dance competition from three local troops.The result of the competition is Traditional Dance Competition First Prize : Jorong village

TRADITIONAL DANCE AND DRAMA COMPETITION AT DAYUN CIRCLE

The programme was started with the lighting of lamp by the Chief Guest, followed by the welcome address from Shri Satish Gogoi, Convener, MEJSP of Diyun circle .
    The Key-note address was delivered by Shri Keshab Upadhayay, Coordinator from VKV-Kharsang for MEJSP. In his speech the aims and objectives of the programme with life and message of Man. Eknathji was explained elaborately. It was followed by the speech of Shri Nikh Kamin.
All the dignitaries and three judges were felicitated by the committee members of MEJSP of Diyun circle. It was followed by the traditional dance competition from seven local troops and then traditional drama competition from seven troops.
The result of the competition is given below Traditional Dance Competition First Prize Innao village and Traditional Drama Competition First Prize : Innao villag
The prizes to the winners are given by Shri S. Meji, ADC, Bordumsa. The programme was concluded with Shanti mantra.
The circle level competition for the Traditional dance and drama on occasion of MEJSP was conducted at Diyun. There were seven troops for the traditional dance competition and seven troops for traditional drama competition. Shri Nikh Kamin , Hon’ble MLA was the Chief Guest and Shri S.Meji, ADC, was the Guest of Honour for the this programme. About 1050 people witnessed the programme.

LAUNCHING OF MANANEEYA EKNATHJI JANMA SHATI PARVA, ARUNACHAL PRADESH


 The State level (Arunachal Prant) launching of Mananeeya Eknathji Ranade Janma Shati Parva was conducted in VKV Nirjuli on 2nd December 2014. Dignitaries: Mananeeya A. Balakrishnanji, Vice President, Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari, Dr Joram Begi, Prant Pramukh, Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Pradesh, Dr Tejum Padu, Sah Prant Pramukh, Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Pradesh, Parents of VKV Nirjuli, Well Wishers, etc. The Chief Guest of the occasion was Swamiji Maharaj, RK Mission Itanagar. In addition, more than 370 people had gathered in VKV Nirjuli auditorium to grace the occasion.
Focus: Mananeeya A. Balakrishnaji in his introductory address narrated his journey of life to serve the motherland to the fullest. He went on to say the difficulties faced in 1970s in Arunachal Pradesh to guide and instill the value of life in general and education in particular. He also shared the gathering the inspirations and guidance all the workers of Vivekananda Kendra received from the legendary personality Mananeeya Eknathji Ranade. “Swamiji’s vision was the mission of Ma. Eknathji and all the Kendra workers were streamlined to emulate the sermon under the active support and guidance of Ma. Eknathji Ranade”, Ma. Balakrishnanji told in his speech.
The Secretary Maharaj, RK Mission, Itanagar in his inaugural address highlighted a few components of Swami Vivekananda’s visions and His calls to the youths of India.

Saturday 17 January 2015

TRADITIONAL DANCE AND DRAMA COMPETITION AT CHAGLAGAM

Traditional Dance & Drama Competition organized at Community Hall Chaglagam. In connection with the yearlong celebration of 100th year Birth anniversary of Sri Eknathji Ranadeji, Traditional Dance and Drama Competition conducted by Chaglagam Circle, Community Hall Chaglagam. Smti. Mailu Tega coordinator MEJSP Chaglagam, welcomed the guest and other dignitaries. Sri B.K. Singh, Principal VKV Ameliang, Highlighted the yearlong celebration of 100th year Birth anniversary of Eknathji.
During this program Speech was given by Sri Ashok Atale, Nagar Sangathak Vivekananda Kendra Tezu They have focused the life history & works of the founder of Vivekananda Kendra, Eknathji Ranade who actualized the vision of Swami Vivekananda, Sri Eknath Ranadeji to uplift the people of North East as a whole and Arunachal Pradesh in particular. “He was the instrumental to establish several Vivekananda Kendra in the remote part of Arunachal Pradesh to impart the qualitative education”, he said.

There were 03 (Three) teams to take part in the competition coming from in and around Chaglagam Circle. A variety of traditional dance were performed by the teams in a well attended hall. The “China Border” group has been adjusted as the winning team.
Smti. Mailu Tega, distributed the prize to the winner teams. Shri Thaliso Tega, Chaglagam, Saha-Pramukh, MEJSP extended the vote of thanks.



TRADITIONAL DANCE AND DRAMA COMPETITION AT BORDUMSA

The circle level traditional dance and drama competition was conducted at Vivekananda Kendra Branch Bordumsa as part of Eknath Ranade’s birth centenary celebration. The first prize in traditional dance competition was bagged by Wakhetna village while the second prize was won by Kherem Kachari village.
The first prize in traditional drama competition was bagged by Gidding village. Eight teams participated in traditional dance competition and three in traditional drama.
MLA Nikh Kamin, Head Gaon Bura Sekhet Tang Singpho, ZPM Tonko Singpho witnessed the programme among others. A similar competition was also organized at Diyun wherein Innao village bagged the first prizes in both traditional dance and drama competition and Deori village the seconds. There were seven troupes for the traditional dance competition and as many teams for the traditional drama competition.

TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION BANDERDEWA

In connection with the yearlong celebration of 100th year Birth anniversary of Sri Eknathji Ranadeji, a Traditional Dance Competition and Drama Competition conducted in  circle level by Vivekananda Kendra Banderdewa on 29th December 2014 at PTC Banderdewa in which nearly 550 people were present to witness the programme. Sri T. M. Sathian, Principal VKV PTC Banderdewa welcomed the august guest and other dignitaries. Sri S. Sumnyan, Superintendent Engineer Trans- highway graced the occasion as chief guest. While addressing the audience, he highlighted the significance of Arunachal Dance and unique costumes. “Arunachal dance and Unique costumes is our identity” he said. This rich tradition must be preserved for our existence as well as for next generation, he continued.
He expressed his deep appreciation to the state organizers and VKV’s in particular by organizing such type of programmes. Sri SNS Yadav, Sr. Hindi Teacher- VKV PTC Banderdewa highlighted the contribution of Sri Eknath Ranadeji to uplift the people of North East as a whole and Arunachal Pradesh in particular. “He was the instrumental to establish several VKV’s in the remote part of Arunachal Pradesh to impart the qualitative education”, he said.
There were 05 (Five) teams to take part in the competition coming from in and around Banderdewa. A variety of traditional dance were performed by the teams in a well attended hall. The “Galo Neli Komji” group (PTC) has been adjusted as the winner team and qualified to attend the District level competition.
Sri. Kamal Tiwari, PTC, Saha-Pramukh, Eknathji Janma Shati Parv extended the vote of thanks


TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION LIKABALI CIRCLE

TRADITIONAL DANCE & DRAMA COMPETITION organized at Donyi –Polo Dere Likabali by Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Prant as a part of the year long celebration of Mananeeya Eknathji Janma Shati Parva.
Sri Maryon Karlo, CO likabali and also the president of Donyi – Polo welfare society and Dr. N. Lombi was the judge in this circle level competition.
Kumari Manisha, Jeevanvrati of Vivekananda Kendra  highlighted the life & works of the founder of Vivekananda Kendra, Eknath ji Ranade who actualized the vision of Swami Vivekananda & shaped Vivekananda Kendra and also the inspiration in all the service activities conducted by Vivekananda Kendra in remote and far-flung areas of this Hilly state. She also spoke on the importance of successful and purposeful life so that we realize the vision of Swami Vivekananda, “One vision I see clear as life before me: that the ancient Mother has awakened once more, sitting on Her throne rejuvenated, more glorious than ever. Proclaim Her to all the world with the voice of peace and benediction.”
Sri Niho Tarak secretary Donyi –Polo Dere Likabali distributed the prize to the winner team “Malini Youth Association”. The program was coordinated by Sri Mikma Taipodia

Thursday 1 January 2015

Medical Camps at Shergaon

Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti recently organized a few free medical camps at Khalaktang circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. Camps were organized at Angkling, Waringpam, Chamdrung and Brokpublaching villages.  All these villages are very remote and road communication is a real problem. It is to be mentioned that Chamdrung is the last village of India and is very near to Bhutan. 157 patients were examined in these camps and free medicines were distributed. Most of the patients were suffering from worm infections and skin related diseases. The Doctor of Mobile Medical Team of Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti and Dr.K.Deru, M.O. of Shergaon PHC treated the patients of these remote villages. Sri Sange Tashi, ZPM,Rupa and the yuva manch pramukh of West kameng district accompanied the team and gave valuable guidance.

Sanskar Varga Sammelan at Tezu

Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti, Tezu has organized One day Sanskar Varga Sammelan specially designed for the Karyakarta of Tezu on 12th October 2014 at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya Tezu, There were 37 participant in which 17 brothers and 20 Sisters. There were the 2 Sanskar vargas (Kholoriang Sanskar Varga and Filed Hostel Sanskar Varga were merged and the sammelan was conducted by the Varga Shikshakhs of Sanskar Varga of the 2 Sanskar Varga running at Tezu. To give future leaders a positive direction and to inculcate patriotism, Cultural value, self discipline and the attitude of Social Service, with the twine ideal of Vivekananda Kendra “Man Making - Nation Building” through the various sessions on yoga, lecture, games & group discussion.

Vimarsh organised at Tezu

Vivekananda kendra Arun Jyoti, Tezu organised “VIMARSHA” program a dialouge for creative leaders topic on ‘Timeless India - Resurgent India’ at VKV hall Tezu. Dr. J.K. Bajaj, Director centre for policy studies, New Delhi, as a Guest Speaker spoke on Timeless India Resurgent India with special focus on Himalaya range as stated natural great wall of India with potentiality of natural resources.  Present audience raised many questions on above topic and chief speaker gave the answers to satisfy the audience. This session was very vibrant due to number of question asked.
Nagar Pramukh Shri Kruleso Ngadong gave a welcome speak and introduction of the guest speaker Dr.J K Bajaj. Shri Ashok, Nagar Sanghatak of Vivekananda Kendra gave brief introduction of Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti and its various service activity. More than 70 intellectuals from all walks of life attended the function. Dignitaries of Cultural and literacy society of Mishmi (CALSOM) attended the program, Like Chairam Er. Bajai Pul and Secretary Shri Amoso Khamlai. Vice Principal of IGG College, teachers of Higher sec.school and other govt. schools, officers, Public leaders and General Public attended the program. Vimarsha Pramukh and Principal VKV Tezu, Smt. Sailu Bellai gave vote of thanks. The Program was concluded with shanti mantra as per Indian tradition.

Vimarsh organised at Namsai

At 07.10.2014 Vivekananda kendra Arun Jyoti, Namsai organised  “VIMARSHA” program a dialogue for creative leaders topic on ‘Timeless India-Resurgent India’ at Arunachal University of Studies hall Namsai. Dr. J.K. Bajaj, Director Centre for policy studies, New Delhi, as a Guest Speaker spoke on Timeless India Resurgent India with special focus on Himalaya range as stated natural great wall of India with potentiality of natural resources. Present audience raised many questions on above topic and chief speaker gave the answers to satisfy the audience. This session was very vibrant.
Shri Ashok, Nagar Sanghatak of Vivekananda Kendra, Tezu gave brief introduction of Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti and its various service activities. More than 70 Students attended the function.
Smt.Dupu Taipodia gave vote of thanks. The Program was concluded with shanti mantra as per Indian tradition.


Priest felicitated to mark Guru Purnima

Vivekananda Kendra Arunjyoti ,Itanagar celebrated Guru Purnima on 20/07/2014 at Central Nyedar Namlo,Doimukh. The programme started with the lightening of lamp by shri  Joram Begi , Director of Higher and technical Education, and Prant Pramukh of Vivekananda Kendra ,Itanagar. The occasion was conducted in the presence of  Shri.Nabum Atum , President of Central Nyedar Namlo, Doimukh  and other members and devotees of the Namlo in the Rono Auditorium. Sushri  Sutapa Roy ,Nagar sangathak recited the shanti paath followed by Deshbhakti  geet by Miss Pura Aku.

Shri Taba Tatup ,Prant Karyalay Pramuk of Vivekananda Kendra , AP  gave a brief introduction about Vivekananda Kendra and it’s various service activities in Arunachal Pradesh. In his introduction ,he talked about the seed of Swami Vivekananda being sowed in Arunachal Pradesh through Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalayas and various other formal and informal education centres . He also emphasized on the various vocational centres carried out by the Kendra in order to empower the women both socially and economically. Further he cited about the ‘ MAN- MAKING AND NATION BUILDING ‘ the motto of Vivekananda Kendra.

Dr. Joram Begi, highlighted the importance of Guru Purnima . He urged the youths to carry out the age old tradition of ‘Guru-Shishya Parampara’. He stated that “What I am today is only due to the blessings of my Guru” .He also mentioned about the importance of Nyibu and advised everyone to respect and value the  Nyibu who is seen as the promoter and protector of our old indigenous traditions and culture of Arunachal Pradesh.

Later, Dr.Joram Begi, Prant Pramukh of Vivekananda Kendra felicitated Beloved  Nangbia Taji, the Nyibu of Central Nyedar Namlo, Doimukh , with a citation and a memento for his sincere and dedicated effort to revive and restore the age old indigenous heritage of the Nyishi  community and to the Arunachali society as a whole.

Shri.Nabum Atum, President of Central Nyedar Namlo, Doimukh also guided the participants of the programme and thanked Vivekananda Kendra Arunjyoti for taking such a moral initiative to felicitate the priest.

Every year Vivekananda Kendra Itanagar organizes such felicitation programs in order to recognize the yeoman services being rendered by various elders and priests of the society to promote their indigenous faith.

Universal Brotherhood Day celebration in Tirap Vibhag

The Universal Brotherhood Day was celebrated at three places of Tirap vibhag by Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti on 11th Sept.2014.  To aware the youths about blood donation, Kendra organized blood donation awareness camp at Changlang at DIET Auditorium. A free blood group checking camp was also a part of this occasion. 25 youths registered their names to donate blood, when needed. Dr.M.Ngemu, Blood Bank In-Charge, District Hospital,Changlang explained the benefits of blood donation. Dr.D.Techai, District Vetenery Officer, Changlang, chaired the function.
Similar blood group checking camp was organized at NBF hall, Khonsa ,Tirap, where 35 youths checked their blood group.Dr.T.Matey, SMO and Dr. P.R.Rakshit, SMO, District Hospital,Khonsa initiated the programme. Sri N.Tangjang, District Labour Officer, Khonsa delivered the concluding remarks.
At Deomali one youth camp was organized on the occasion of Universal Brotherhood Day on 11th Sept.2014. Sri Wangpha Lowang,Ex-MP was the chief guest and 117 youths participated in that camp.

Medical Camps at Changlang by VKAJ


The Mobile Medical Team of Vivekananda Kendra recently conducted medical camps in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh. On 6th Sept 2014 a camp was organized for the students of Shree Rang Frah Vidya Niketan, Changlang. All the hostellers were examined by Doctor and medicines were prescribed accordingly. From 7th to 11th September 2014 camps were organized at Yanman, Upper Bubang, Chingsa, Sohelaktong and Bubang villages of Khimiyong and Kantang circles. A total 508 patients were treated by Doctor and free medicines were distributed.Most of the patients were suffering from viral fever, water borne diseases and various skin ailments.
Along with camps, the team visited the primary schools of Chingsa and Upper Bubang. 31 students were given medicines for worm infections. Multivitamins were provided to some malnourished students. The Doctor advised the students to follow healthy lifestyle and maintain personal hygiene.
Medical Camp at Rang Fraa Vidya Niketan, Changlang Chingsa School visit by Medical Team  
Medical Camps in Yanman Village, Changlang Examining patient inside Medical Van, Chingsa Village Medical Camp at Rang Fraa Mandir, New Chingsa

The second phases of the medical camps were conducted at Kharsang and Miao circles of Changlang district. On 14th September the camp was organized at Chingsa village, where 56 patients were examined and medicines were distributed. The next day similar camp was conducted at New Khimiyong village, benefiting 65 patients. 

SAMARTHA WORKSHOP by VKAJ

Vivekananda Kendra Arun Jyoti organized Samartha Prashikshan Karyasala (Trainer’s Training Workshop) at VKV,Tinsukia for the teachers of Arunachal Pradesh. 
Ma.Nivedita Bhide addressing the participants
15 teachers and other professionals from Tirap,Changlang and Lohit districts of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam participated in this three days workshop. A total 8 karyakartas from Vivekananda Kendra also participated in this workshop. The workshop was inaugurated on 24th August and concluded on 27th August. Ma.Nidevita Bhide, All India Vice President of Vivekananda Kendra Kanyakumari addressed the participants and guided to overcome challenges face by teachers through the concept of oneness. Su.Alkagauri Joshi, Prant Sangathak of Punjab and Haryana was the resource person. As it was a trainer’s workshop, the participants plan to organize the same workshop in various places of Arunachal Pradesh in near future. 

Inauguration of Arun Jyoti Medical Van

The inaugural function of the medical van donated by IDRF (India Development and Relief Fund, USA) to Vivekananda Kendra,Arun Jyoti was organized at Rangfraa Mandir, New Chingsa, Kharsang, Arunachal Pradesh on 16th July 2014. A meeting was organized at the Mandir premises. Sri Nampong Ngemu, Vibhag Pramukh of Vivekananda Kendra, Arunachal Pradesh formally dedicated the service of the vehicle for the poor and needy patients of Arunachal Pradesh. Speaking on this occasion the Doctor of Vivekananda Kendra highlighted the health activities of Vivekananda Kendra in Arunachal Pradesh.
The priest sprinkled holy water over the vehicle with traditional chanting and blessed the medical team. Prasad was distributed among the villagers after the meeting.
After the meeting on the same venue one medical camp was organized and 51 patients were examined and treated. Next day i.e. on 17th July one more medical camp was organized at New Khimiyong village of Miao circle, where 107 patients were treated and medicines were distributed.

CELEBRATED GURU PURNIMA FELICITATION PROGRAMS

Vivekananda Kendra, Branch-Tezu celebrated Guru Purnima on 29 July 2014 at VKV Tezu. The programme started with Mangalacharan by VKV Student Tezu. The occasion was conducted in the presence of  Shri Pandeji, Senior Karyakarta Of Kendra and other Krayakarta and devotees of the mishim Society in the Tezu. followed by Guru Bhajan by VKV Student.
Shri Ashok Atale, Nagara Sangthak of Vivekananda Kendra, Tezu gave a brief introduction about Vivekananda Kendra and it’s various service activities in Arunachal Pradesh. In his introduction, he talked about the seed of Swami Vivekananda being sowed in Arunachal Pradesh through Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalayas and various other formal and informal education centres . He also emphasized on the various vocational centres carried out by the Kendra in order to empower the women both socially and economically. Further he cited about the ‘ MAN- MAKING AND NATION BUILDING ‘ the motto of Vivekananda Kendra.
Principal of VKV Sailu Didi, Delivered the speech on Important of the day she explained regarding Guru Purnima. She inspired gathering to take Sanklapa on this suspicious day of our society to strengthen the Guru Shishya Parampara.
 
Shri Amoso Khambli felicitating Shri Anduho Talio
Shri Amoso Khamblai, Founder Secy. Mishmi Faith Promotion Society felicitated Beloved  Shri Anduho Talio of Loiliamg Village, Lohit. Senior Priest of Mishmi Community with a citation and a memento for his sincere and dedicated effort to revive and restore the age old indigenous heritage of the Mishmi community and to the Arunachali society as a whole.
Shri. Amoso Khamblai Expressed he important role of Guru in mishim Society he told that in mishmi society guru takes the major decision also guided the participants of the programme and thanked Vivekananda Kendra for taking such a moral initiative to felicitate the priest.
Sri Kruleso Ngadong, Nagar Pramukh of Vivekananda Kendra, Tezu Gave the vote of thanks. Programme way successful due to participation on society members it was concluded with shanti mantra. 
Every year Vivekananda Kendra organizes such felicitation programs in order to recognize the yeoman services being rendered by various elders and priests of the society to promote their indigenous faith.