Shillong, Nov 13: Sankardev College held the inaugural programme of the two-day international seminar and exhibition on Indian Knowledge Systems on November 11 at the College Auditorium.
The seminar was held on the theme, ‘Indigenous Knowledge as Living Heritage: Preserving Arts, Crafts, Traditions and Community Practices.’
A total of 28 papers by scholars and academicians in the field of Indian Knowledge Systems were presented at the seminar.
A panel discussion on the theme was also held. The panellists included Ridahunlang Gatphoh of Dakti Craft, Dr. Aswin Japang of St. Anthony’s College and Dr. Kitboklang Nongrum from NESFAS.
A total of 17 exhibitors from different parts of the state showcased indigenous art, handloom, handicraft, indigenous food and community practices.
Cabinet Minister Sanbor Shullai attended the programme as chief guest. Dr. Subhash Yadav, Faculty Coordinator, Centre for Heritage of Intelligence Traditions of India (CHITI), Bharuch, Gujarat, was the keynote speaker, while Prof. Desmond Kharmawphlang, Department of Cultural and Creative Studies, NEHU, delivered the special address.
Invited speakers included Dr. Sumarlin Shangdiar from Namibia, Prof. Marco Mitri, NEHU, Dr. Omarlin Kyndiah, St. Edmund’s College, Dr. Asem S. Singh, Manipur, alumni of University of Illinois, and Dr. Konei Nakhro, Nagaland.
The programme was attended by faculty and students of different colleges and universities, invitees, research scholars and representatives of different organisations and institutions.
