National conference on archaeology begins
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, October 17 2026: Two-day National Conference on "Archaeology, Museum and Indian Knowledge System: The Cultural Heritage of Northeast India" in connection with International Archaeology Day 2026 began today at Court Hall, Manipur University.

The conference is organised by Centre for Indian knowledge System and Department of Ancient History and Archaeology, MU in collaboration with North East Zone Cultural Centre, Ministry of Culture, INA War Museum cum Library, Moirang, Department of Art & Culture, Government of Manipur, Tamenglong College and Nambol L Sanoi College.

Speaking on the occasion, Dean, School of Social Sciences, MU, Prof Memcha Loitongbam said people need to question how much they know about their own history, stating that we have been moving forward without deep exploration of tradition, culture and historical records, which makes archaeology important.

Director & Head, Centre for Indian Knowledge System & Department of Ancient History & Archaeology, Prof Oinam Ranjit said International Archaeology Day is observed every year to highlight the importance of archaeology in building history through scientific dating and understanding sequence of artefacts.

Vice Chancellor Prof RK Hemakumar Singh, Registrar Prof Moirangthem Premjit Singh, Principal Nambol L Sanoi College Prof W Jyotirmoy Singh and Finance Officer Prof Laishram Rajendrakumar attended as presidium members.

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