International Mother Language Day was observed on the theme “Youth Voices on Multilingual Education” at Sümedem Fellowship, DABA, Lengrijan, Dimapur on February 21, 2026. The programme was jointly organised by Dimapur Watsù Telungjem and Ao Kaketshir Telungjem, Dimapur.
Commissioner of Police, Dimapur, Aotula Imchen, IPS attended the programme as the Guest of Honour. Addressing the gathering, she encouraged the youth and students to understand the value of one’s mother tongue as a symbol of national and cultural identity. She expressed pride in being able to speak, read and write one’s own mother language and emphasised the need to integrate the usage of mother languages with AI-powered applications to make learning more child- and youth-friendly.
Earlier, the President of Dimapur Watsù Telungjem, Kenyangerla delivered the welcome address and highlighted the significance of International Mother Language Day. The President of Ao Senso Telungjem, Dimapur, Ningsangwaba, also exhorted the gathering on the importance of preserving and promoting mother tongues.
The programme featured Spelling Bee and Ao Hymnal competitions among children and youth from the Dimapur area, showcasing linguistic skills and cultural heritage.
The President of the Dimapur Ao Youth Organisation expressed deep appreciation and congratulated the organisers for successfully conducting the programme. 

(DPRO, Dimapur)