KOHIMA — Demonstrating a robust commitment to holistic youth development, the Nagaland Education Mission Society successfully hosted the PM SHRI Schools State-Level Choir Competition and Art Exhibition on October 28 at the Capital Cultural Centre, RCEMPA, located in Jotsoma, Kohima.
Operating under the aegis of the nationwide PM SHRI (Prime Schools for Rising India) program, the vibrant gathering was designed to spotlight exceptional student talents in both vocal music and visual arts. This specialized educational initiative aims to upgrade selected public schools into exemplary institutions that nurture well-rounded competencies beyond conventional textbook learning.
According to reports by Nagaland Post, key officials from Samagra Shiksha Nagaland addressed the attendees, highlighting that creative disciplines such as music and fine arts are foundational components of modern pedagogy. Speakers noted that platforms like these are instrumental in building self-confidence, encouraging cultural appreciation, and unlocking hidden potentials among young learners across the region.
Moving forward, educational administrators plan to expand these competitive platforms to a broader regional and national scale, ensuring that student achievements in the arts receive sustained institutional backing. As the PM SHRI framework continues to evolve, stakeholders anticipate further integration of extracurricular enrichment programs within government school curricula throughout the state.