NYK’s Yuva Utsav concludes in Itanagar, 120 participate

Syllad | The Rising MeghalayaNovember 9, 2024

Nehru Yuva Kendra (NYK) Itanagar, in collaboration with the Directorate of Youth Affairs, Arunachal Pradesh, organized the district-level Yuva Utsav at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS), Ganga on November 7. The event, themed “Panch Pran of Amrit Kaal,” aimed to inspire youth to contribute to India’s development.

Kensim Kato Lobom (VKV, Chimpu) secured first position in the Declamation Contest, DapheGangsa (GHSS, Ganga) the second and Indu Das (GHSS, Ganga) in the third position.

Other events included the Young Writer’s Contest, Young Artist’s Contest, Mobile Photography, Science Mela (Individual and Group Categories), and Cultural Dance.

Taw Jacob Tara, Representative of MLA-13 and Vice President, BJP, Itanagar; Jini Natung, FAO, Department of Youth Affairs and Sports; and Sosa Lowang, principal, GHSS, Ganga, graced the occasion as chief guest and guests of honour.

Addressing the gathering, Taw Jacob emphasized the importance of environmental conservation and climate change mitigation. He encouraged participants to innovate in science and technology. Jini Natung highlighted the Department of Youth Affairs, Arunachal Pradesh initiatives and encouraged youth participation in various activities. K Alisha, SWM-DTCC, stressed awareness about the Cigarette and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) 2003.

Approximately 120 participants from 14 schools and 830 audience members attended the event. The first-place winners will progress to the state and national levels.