BASAR, 8 Oct: The Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst the Youth (SPICMACAY) is taking Indian classical music and dance closer to students in remote, rural and border areas of Arunachal Pradesh as part of its golden jubilee celebrations.

As part of the outreach programme, Bharatanatyam artiste Sraddhasree Bramo presented performances and interacted with students at schools in Basar, Tirbin and Dari in Leparada district from 5 to 8 October.

The programme in the district was organised by state coordinator Chayanika Vashisht, with support from the Leparada district administration and the Department of School Education in Leparada.

Through her Bharatanatyam presentations, Bramo introduced students to the artistic expressions, traditions and cultural significance associated with one of India's major classical dance forms. The programme also aimed to create greater awareness and appreciation of Indian heritage among the younger generation.

SPICMACAY, a national organisation dedicated to promoting Indian classical music, dance and culture among the youths, will complete 50 years in 2027. Leading up to its golden jubilee, the organisation has undertaken a nationwide outreach initiative to take traditional Indian art forms to educational institutions, particularly those located in areas where students have limited access to such cultural programmes.

In Arunachal, the outreach is being conducted in phases, with the first phase scheduled from 5 to 9 October and the second from 27 to 31 October. The programme is covering schools across different districts, including those in remote and border areas, with around 10 schools being covered in each district. (DIPRO)