PASIGHAT, Apr 23: The Arunachal Pradesh Literary Society (APLS), East Siang District Unit in collaboration with the Daying Ering College of Teacher Education (DECTE), Pasighat successfully celebrated World Book and Copyright Day at the DECTE seminar hall here today.
The event witnessed the participation of 84 attendees, including students from various colleges, faculty members, and members of APLS, ESDU and DIET.
In her keynote address, Ponung Ering Angu, president APLS-ESDU, stated that World Book and Copyright Day commemorates literary icons such as William Shakespeare and Miguel de Cervantes, whose works continue to inspire generations. She elaborated on the power of books as instruments of knowledge, creativity, and cultural exchange, and stressed the importance of promoting literacy through multilingualism and equitable access to reading materials. She also underscored the significance of copyright as the legal and moral foundation that safeguards the creative rights of authors and publishers.
The programme featured a series of competitions, including poetry recitation, declamation, and talks on books and favourite literary characters. Participants enthusiastically engaged in all activities. Winners of the competitions were awarded prizes and certificates, which were presented by the APLS-ESDU president.
Faculty members and APLS members also took part in a multilingual poetry recital in alignment with the theme of World Book Day. Among the participants were Gotin Tayeng, Mamony Moyong, Simanta Bairagi, Sangeeta Tilak, Kenzing Dai and Beauty Kena.
Manjulata, executive member APLS and one of the judges for the competitions, addressed the gathering and emphasized the importance of reading and writing. She encouraged students to actively participate in such events to realize their full potential.
Zeblun Messar, APLS member, who anchored the programme, also spoke on the significance of engaging in literary activities.
Earlier, Yago, Assistant Professor of the English Department, highlighted that the Day is observed to promote the joy of reading and to protect the rights of writers and publishers, while emphasizing the enduring importance of books.
Otul Jerang, executive member APLS, also spoke. (DIPRO)