NAMSAI, Nov 5: The five-day North East National Service Scheme (NSS) Festival, hosted by Arunachal University of Studies (AUS), Namsai, concluded with a valedictory function attended by around 300 NSS volunteers from all eight Northeastern states.
Namsai MLA and Adviser to the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports and Rural Works Department, Chou Zingnu Namchoom, attended the concluding function as chief guest. Addressing the volunteers on the theme “Role of Youth for Viksit Bharat”, he called upon them to play an active role in nation-building and contribute towards the vision of a developed India.
Describing the Northeast as a potential growth engine of the country, Namchoom highlighted the region's contribution to national development. He urged the youth to uphold moral values, promote mutual respect and work towards national integration and social harmony.
Namsai Deputy Commissioner Lobsang Tsering also underscored the role of young people in building a progressive society, urging them to shoulder greater responsibilities and contribute to public welfare.
NSS Regional Director, Guwahati, D Carthigueane, highlighted the scheme's role in developing responsible citizens through community service, leadership and discipline. AUS Vice-Chancellor Prof Ajeya Jha welcomed the dignitaries and participants, while State NSS Nodal Officer Dr A K Mishra presented an overview of the festival.
The five-day programme featured cultural exhibitions, academic sessions, extempore speech competitions, PowerPoint presentations and interactive activities aimed at promoting knowledge-sharing, creativity and leadership among volunteers.
Participants also visited the Golden Pagoda and Toksita Resort in Namsai. A cultural parade through Namsai town was among the major attractions, with volunteers from the eight Northeastern states showcasing their traditional attire, customs and folk traditions.
The festival provided a platform for cultural exchange, leadership development and interaction among young people from across the region, reinforcing the spirit of unity in diversity.