Conclusion of Five-Day Art & Theatre Workshop under National Population Education.

Conclusion of Five-Day Art & Theatre Workshop under National Population Education.
The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh successfully concluded a five-day Art and Theatre Workshop organised under the National Population Education Programme. The workshop witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 42 volunteer teachers drawn from different schools across Leh district.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of renowned resource persons Sh. TsetanAngchuk (Retired Senior Teacher & Artist) and Sh. Skalzang Dorje Likir (Pottery Artist). During the workshop, participants were trained in various pottery techniques and acquired hands-on experience in different forms of creative clay art.
In addition to visual arts, the teachers also learned traditional performing arts including KhatokChhenmo, Jabro Dance, drama activities, expression techniques, and script-writing skills. The sessions aimed to integrate art and theatre pedagogy into classroom teaching for effective and joyful learning.
The concluding ceremony was graced by Smt. Padma Dechen, Zonal Education Officer, Leh as the Chief Guest. She appreciated DIET Leh for organising such meaningful capacity-building programmes and encouraged teachers to implement creative methodologies in schools.
Smt. Tsering Yangdol, HOD DIET Leh, welcomed the Chief Guest and congratulated the participants for their dedication and active involvement throughout the workshop.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks presented by Sh. Tsering Tundup, Programme Coordinator, who expressed gratitude to the resource persons, participants, and organising team for their patience, creativity, and outstanding display of talent in art and theatre activities.
The workshop successfully strengthened teachers’ artistic abilities and equipped them with innovative teaching approaches, contributing to holistic student development in line with educational goals.