RONO HILLS,

The ninth edition of Arunachal Panorama concluded at Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) on Wednesday evening with a colourful valedictory programme celebrating the rich cultural diversity and indigenous heritage of Arunachal Pradesh.

The two-day cultural event featured presentations of traditional customs, dances, music and attire representing various tribes of the state.

The valedictory session began with the University Song, followed by a welcome address from RGU Dean of Students’ Welfare Prof. N.N. Hina, who encouraged students to showcase their talents and actively participate in cultural initiatives like Panorama.

A special Panorama dance performance depicting the traditions and cultural identity of different tribes added vibrancy to the programme.

Addressing the gathering, RGU Students’ Union General Secretary Pura Mamung thanked members of the university fraternity for their cooperation and participation in making the event successful.

RGU Registrar Dr NT Rikam described Arunachal Panorama as an important platform for preserving traditional customs, practices and heritage that are gradually facing distortion and decline. He said the event symbolises unity in diversity and strengthens social harmony among communities.

Explaining the significance of the traditional hearth and flame used during the festival, Dr. Rikam said ashes from the hearth of previous editions are preserved and added to the succeeding editions to symbolise continuity of culture, heritage and traditions.

Among the distinguished guests present at the valedictory programme were Central Hindi Directorate Director Dr. Hitendra Kumar Mishra, former Jabalpur University professor Dr. Tribhuvan Nath Shukla, language experts Dr. Sudhir Mishra and Dr. Varun Kumar, and Ministry of Education official Dr. Dipak Pandey.

RGU Vice-Chancellor (Acting) Prof SK Nayak, in his address, expressed hope that the spirit of preserving and practising indigenous customs and traditions showcased during Arunachal Panorama would continue among future generations.

The programme concluded with the ceremonial extinguishing of the traditional hearth by the chief guests, symbolising the close of the two-day cultural celebration. A presentation of traditional tribal attire from different communities of Arunachal Pradesh was also held during the valedictory session.