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Honouring the Yak, Celebrating Himalayan Heritage
The inaugural Sikkim Himalayan Yak Festival, held at Gnathang Valley from 27–29 October 2026, brought the yak and the mountain communities that care for it into the spotlight.
Organised by the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services Department, Government of Sikkim, the festival highlighted the yak’s vital role in traditional livelihoods, the preservation of Himalayan heritage and the need for sustainable mountain ecosystems.
A celebration of the enduring connection between people, animals and the high Himalayas.
#Sikkim #YakFestival2026 #HimalayanHeritage #YakConservation
WHERE IN THE NORTHEAST?
State: Arunachal Pradesh
District: Shi Yomi
A remote Himalayan valley where traditional wooden houses dot vast green meadows, snow-capped peaks touch the horizon and a winding river flows through a landscape of breathtaking beauty.
Can you guess this hidden gem of Arunachal Pradesh? Share your answer in the comments!
#WhereInTheNortheast #ArunachalPradesh #ExploreTheNortheast #IncredibleNorthEast
Creativity with a Conscience
As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, the North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretariat, Shillong, organised a poster-making competition on “Integrity in the Digital Age”.
Inviting staff to express through art the importance of ethical conduct, responsible technology use and accountability in an increasingly connected world.
#VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #IntegrityInAction #NorthEasternCouncil #DigitalResponsibility
A new bloom, a new discovery!
Meet Osbeckia assamensis, a newly documented flowering shrub from Manas National Park, Assam, featuring clusters of pink flowers.
Classified as Data Deficient (DD) by the IUCN, it calls for further research into its conservation status.
#Assam #OsbeckiaAssamensis #ManasNationalPark #Biodiversity #NortheastIndia
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When a handwoven cloth becomes part of a growing-up tradition!
The #Risa is a traditional handwoven cloth of Tripura with a special place in the state’s cultural practices. During #RisaSormani, it becomes part of a meaningful milestone as girls transition into adolescence.
Visit indianculture.gov.in to discover more!
#IndianCulturePortal #MinistryOfCulture #IncredibleIndia #IndianCulture #RisaOfTripura #TripuraCulture #TripuraHeritage #NortheastIndia #TraditionalAttire #HandwovenTextiles #IndianHandlooms #HandloomHeritage #TextileTraditions #WeavesOfIndia #Tripura #IndianTextiles #CulturalHeritage #LivingTraditionsOfIndia
@MinOfCultureGoI @AmritMahotsav @incredibleindia @PIBCulture @mygovindia @TribalAffairsIn @PIBDoNER @MDoNER_India @NEC_GoI @TripuraTourism
Giving Voice to Integrity Through Words
A bilingual essay competition was organised at the NEC Secretariat as part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, encouraging officials and staff to reflect on the importance of integrity, ethical conduct and accountability in public service.
With enthusiastic participation from the staff, the competition provided a platform to express ideas on upholding values of honesty and transparency in both professional and public life.
Through such initiatives, NEC continues to foster a culture of integrity and strengthen awareness of ethical responsibility.
#NEC #VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #Integrity #EthicalGovernance
With 50 crore+ teleconsultations, e-Sanjeevani is bringing doctors and specialists closer to people, especially in remote areas.
By reducing travel barriers and enabling access to medical advice online, it is making healthcare more accessible across India.
#eSanjeevani #DigitalHealthcare #HealthcareForAll
WHERE IN THE NORTHEAST?
📍 State: Assam
📍 District: Tinsukia
A golden wetland paradise, alive with vibrant birdlife, shimmering waters and breathtaking natural beauty.
Can you guess the name of this beautiful hidden gem in the Northeast?
As part of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, the North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretariat, Shillong, organised a quiz competition that brought NEC staff together to test their knowledge and engage with the principles of vigilance, transparency and ethical conduct.
The competition offered an engaging platform for learning and reflection, reinforcing the importance of informed choices and integrity in public service.
#VigilanceAwarenessWeek2026 #NorthEasternCouncil #Integrity #EthicalGovernance