ODISSI DANCE RECITAL

Date: 20.10.2024

Time: 10:00 AM

IQAC of Dera Natung Government college Itanagar in collaboration with SPIC MACAY and SRF successfully organized a workshop on Odissi -Dance in the college auditorium from 10:00 am onwards.

Dr M Q Khan the principal of DNGCI in his address highlighted the contribution and achievements of the college and exhorted the students to get acquainted with the rich cultural heritage of our mother land and that classical dance forms including Odissi are real gems of our unique traditions and customs. He lauded the role of SPIC MACAY in sensitizing the youths on rich cultural heritage of our great nation specially about the folk song , the folk dance and the folk music.

The event was graced by Er. Talo Potom, the Deputy Commissioner, ICR . He along with Smti Asha Kumari and Dr M Q Khan the Principal created a joyous vibe by making all the audiences dance with the steps of Odissi. In his address he appreciated the college and the SPIC Macay for organizing the significant event which will make youth understand and learn the classical dance. He urged that students in schools and colleges should be encouraged and imparted coaching to learn Odissi -dance.

Smti Asha Kumari, the world-renowned exponent of Odissi hailing from Odisha elaborated on origin, history and transformation of various forms of Odissi dance. She explained the meaning and significance of the dominant themes of devotion, Panchatantra and sensuality before her recital and performance. Many students interacted with her through their queries and cleared doubts about Odissi dance forms very enthusiastically.

Shri Sokhep Kri, the chairman, SPIC MACAY, Arunachal chapter presented a brief account of the history of SPIC MACAY in Arunachal Pradesh and highlighted the objectives of Dashank and highlighted about the major activities of SPIC MACAY in the state.

The workshop was successfully coordinated by Dr Priyanka Dutta, the Assistant Professor and Deputy Coordinator , IQAC ,DNGCI and was attended by students of DNGC and different schools of Itanagar including Horn Bill English Medium School and Vivekananda Central school besides many faculty, members , office bearers of SPIC MACAY and invitees.