Mingkeng Osik
PASIGHAT, OCT 12:
Vijay Taying from Ngorlung in East Siang district won the inaugural season of Voice of Adi 2026, organised by the Adi Artistes Association at Paddy Retreat Resort in Pasighat, taking home a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh sponsored by the Jering Matkir Society.
Competing as Contestant No. 06, Taying impressed the audience with his vocal talent and musical abilities. Tonggu Ayom from Jia in Lower Dibang Valley, Contestant No. 01, secured the runner-up position and received Rs 50,000, sponsored by Yannu Talom Doruk and Kato Doruk. Aido Moyong won the People’s Choice title and received Rs 10,000. All five finalists were awarded Rs 10,000 each in recognition of their achievement in reaching the grand finale.
The grand finale was attended by Jawaharlal Nehru College (JNC), Pasighat principal Dr T. G. Borang as chief guest, Adi Students’ Union president Tani Tapo as guest of honour, and Bogong Bango Kebang general secretary Onong Perme as special guest.
Addressing the gathering, Dr Borang appreciated the organisers for providing a platform for emerging singers and encouraging young people to showcase their talent. He also highlighted the role of music in preserving and promoting regional culture and identity.
The programme was organised under the leadership of John Gao, chairman of Voice of Adi and general secretary of the Adi Artistes Association. Gao thanked Paddy Retreat Resort for supporting the event and acknowledged the contributions of sponsors and well-wishers. Pasighat West MLA Ninong Ering also extended his support to the organising team.
In a major opportunity for the finalists, the organisers announced that all five would receive wildcard entry opportunities in the upcoming Arunachal Idol competition, giving them a chance to showcase their talent on a wider, state-level platform.
The five finalists were Vijay Taying, Tonggu Ayom, Aido Moyong, Osunam Perme and Rokom Tasing.
The successful conclusion of the inaugural season marks an effort by the Adi Artistes Association to nurture emerging musical talent and promote Adi cultural identity through music.
