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

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.