Najma flags off 7th International Convention SPIC-MACAY, Imphal Chapter team
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, May 29 2019:
Governor Dr Najma Heptulla flagged off the 7th International Convention SPIC-MACAY (Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth), Imphal Chapter team from Raj Bhavan, Imphal, today.
The International Convention will be held from June 3rd to 9th at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Delhi as a part of the University's Golden Jubilee Year Celebration.
Interacting with the participants, Heptulla said that the programme is a kind of adventure for the students where they will get an opportunity for exposure and learn about the different cultures of the country and other parts of the world.
"Manipur has its own unique art and culture and we should be proud of it," she said wishing the team a successful trip.
The International Convention is culmination of SPIC-MACAY'S year-long programme conducted all over the country and abroad.
It is an annual congregation of youths from across the country and abroad in which concerts by leading exponents of Indian Classical Music, folk performances, theatre, yoga and many other activities related to India are showcased.
The team comprising 25 participants which includes students from Assam Rifles Public School, Keithelmanbi, Assam Rifles Public School, Mantripukhri, Assam Rifles Middle School, Phundrei and a team of artistes will take part in the convention.