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Nagaland Governor Emphasises Indigenous Culture at Basant Utsav
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🗓 22 Sep 2026, 09:46 AM
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Governor Nand Kishore Yadav addressed attendees at the Basant Utsav, urging the preservation of Nagaland’s indigenous traditions.
The Basant Utsav, a vibrant spring festival celebrating local heritage, drew crowds to the capital city of Nagaland for a day of music, dance and cultural displays.
During the opening ceremony, Governor Nand Kishore Yadav highlighted the importance of safeguarding the state’s indigenous customs. He urged community leaders and citizens alike to actively preserve traditional art forms, languages, and rituals that define Nagaland’s identity.
The governor’s remarks came amid growing concerns that rapid modernization could erode time‑tested cultural practices. By stressing the role of education and local governance, he aimed to ensure that younger generations remain connected to their roots.
Officials said the governor’s message was welcomed by festival organizers, who pledged to incorporate more heritage‑focused programs in future editions of the Basant Utsav.
During the opening ceremony, Governor Nand Kishore Yadav highlighted the importance of safeguarding the state’s indigenous customs. He urged community leaders and citizens alike to actively preserve traditional art forms, languages, and rituals that define Nagaland’s identity.
The governor’s remarks came amid growing concerns that rapid modernization could erode time‑tested cultural practices. By stressing the role of education and local governance, he aimed to ensure that younger generations remain connected to their roots.
Officials said the governor’s message was welcomed by festival organizers, who pledged to incorporate more heritage‑focused programs in future editions of the Basant Utsav.