The Committee for Indigenous Traditional Knowledge of Nagaland (ITK-N), Nagaland University on 7th August 2025, organized a One-Day Workshop on Crafting Culture: Skills in Weaving, Crochet, Jewellery Making and Banana Fiber Art.
The event was graced by VC (I/C), Nagaland University, Professor Bendang Ao, as the Chief Guest and General Manager, District Industries Centre, Mokokchung, B Asangla, as the Guest of Honour
The event was chaired by Assistant Professor, Centre for Biodiversity Studies, Dr. Viheno Iralu. The programme commenced with a welcome address by Assistant Professor, Department of Botany, Dr. Neizo Puro, who emphasized the importance of connecting academia with indigenous knowledge.
This was followed by a keynote address from Inspector, DIC, Mokokchung, Renbenthung Kikon, who shade light on the economic and cultural potential of local handloom industries.
Delivering a short speech, Prof. Bendang Ao, lauded the initiative and urged the university community to actively participate in the revival of traditional knowledge systems.
Special item was presented by M.A. 3rd Semester Sociology students.
B. Asangla, in her speech, encouraged youth engagement in traditional craft-making, highlighting government schemes and support available for artisans.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Athungo Ovung, Department of Sociology. It was followed by a workshop that included a variety of traditional and creative art forms, including handloom weaving, crochet techniques, handmade jewelry and banana fiber craft
The program provided a platform for skill sharing, cultural exchange and the celebration of indigenous knowledge systems rooted in Nagaland’s rich cultural heritage.
(DIPR)
