Itanagar: A three-day workshop titled “The Platform: Avenues, Opportunities & Self Employment” commenced at the Dorjee Khandu Auditorium within the premises of the state legislative assembly here on Friday.
The event, jointly organized by the Arunachal Photography Club (APC) and the Department of Youth Affairs, hosted the presence of distinguished guests, including Boleng-Pangin legislator, Ojing Tasing, and Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) ADC, Shweta Nagarkoti, who assumed the roles of chief guest and guest of honor, respectively.
The inaugural day of the workshop witnessed an impressive turnout, with more than 100 participants actively participating in a series of technical sessions, most notably engaging in panel discussions that covered a wide range of topics.
These discussions encompassed subjects such as “Agri & Allied Sectors, including Bamboo Resource Development: Sustainable Livelihood & Beyond,” led by Gunu Linggi from the agriculture department and Dr G Murtem from the State Forest Research Institute.
Another panel was dedicated to “Film Making: An Art, a Passion, and a Profession,” featuring filmmaker Tai Gungte as the resource person while Lily Maying, popularly known as “Miss No One”, provided insights and guidance to attendees on “How to Become a Successful Blogger.”
Legislator Ojing Tasing used the occasion to underscore various government schemes and encouraged students to lead self-sustainable, productive lives, thereby contributing to the vision of an Atmanirbhar Arunachal Pradesh.
ADC Shweta Nagarkoti commended the APC for their initiative and urged the youth to make the most of this platform to secure sustainable livelihoods.
Prominent figures in attendance included Sports and Youth Affairs secretary, Abu Tayeng and State Legislative Assembly special secretary, Pema Norbu Thongchi.
The workshop is scheduled to continue until October 29, offering more enlightening panel discussions and a concluding valedictory session graced by the presence of Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Mama Natung, Roing MLA Mutchu Mithi, and Kamle ZPC Biri Santi Nido.
Prospective participants still have the opportunity to register for the workshop, either online at www.arunachalphotographyclub.com or in person, until the early hours of October 29.
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