On March 6, 2024, AIDA-Child Friendly Dimapur, in collaboration with the Art & Literary Club of Salesian College of Higher Education, Dimapur, Nagaland organized an Inter-Departmental Drama competition at Paul Bernick Auditorium hall. The theme of the competition was “Child Abuse”. More than 380 participants attended the program.

During the event, Ms.Garrol Lotha, Project Coordinator, delivered the keynote address. She emphasized the concept of Child Friendly Cities Initiatives implemented by ANMA Integrated Development Association and highlighted on the objective of Child Friendly Dimapur. She stressed on the strategies used by AIDA-Child Friendly Dimapur and its activities towards creating child friendly city. While addressing the participants, she has enlightened the participants on the importance of creating awareness through youth creative activities in different localities and Institutions. She lamented on child abuse cases in Nagaland and how it effects the emotional, physical and psychological aspect of a child. Ms.Lotha in her concluding note encouraged the participants to utilize their talents and capabilities to advocate for the rights of children by using three simple measures to prevent child abuse in cities: Acquire knowledge and stay informed, Get involved in bringing about change and Educate people on Child Rights.

The competition was judged by a panel comprising Rev.Fr.Tom Kartik, SDB, a playwright and Director, Mr.Gaisanglung Kamei, Civil Society Mobilization Officer at AIDA-Child Friendly Dimapur and Ms.Sheli T.Assumi, NAAC Assistant Coordinator at Salesian College of Higher Education. The English Department emerged as the winner of the competition, Sociology Department secured the 1^st Runner-up position, and the History Department won the 2^nd Runner-up position. The program was moderated by Mr.Vizokhoto and Ms.Chetou while Ms.Tseili Dukhru, Assistant Professor, delivered the welcome address setting the tone for the competition. The audience was captivated by the diverse and impactful performances presented by the students from various departments, shedding light on different forms of child abuse, including gender discrimination. Ms.Bovikali Yepthomi, President, Art and Literary Club, expressed gratitude to all participants, organizers and attendees in her vote of thanks, concluding the event on a note of appreciation and encouragement.

One of the highlights of the event was a special presentation by Jabba Walkers, which added an extra charm to the program and further engaged the audience. The crowd was thrilled and moved by the passionate portrayals and meaningful messages conveyed through the performances.