Apatani terminology related to the paddy crop

Cooked rice is #Apíñ
Raw rice is  #Embiñ/Imbiñ
Unhusked paddy is #Emmo /Imo

Saplings or transplanted paddy plant is #Endi/#Indi
Inflorescence paddy is #Elyañ/ #Ilyañ
Panicle of paddy is also #Elyañ
Dry roasted and Flattened new rice #Empi or #Chantaa

Husk or hull is #Empw/ Impw
Stubble is #Erañ

 Let us learn the terms related to paddy crop in Apatani language. 

#Apiñ #Embiñ #Emmo #Endi #Elyañ #Empi #Empw #Erañ  

#Enso= new stems growing from old stubble 

#Ensu=Chalky rice 

#Ellu=musical instrument made of tender stalk of paddy crop

#Enkho=Stalk

#Entw refers to harvesting of paddy crops

#Enku refers to old stock of rice from previous Harvesting season

#Imbiñ #Indi #Ilyañ #impw (Hija)

Readers can provide more terms related to paddy, we will appreciate more if one could give input with pictures.

#Apatani_Language 

#Tanw_aguñ

Shri Hage Kojeen IAS (Rtd)

 

Who's who in Apatani

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Shri Hage Kojeen IAS (Rtd), State Election Commissioner, Govt of AP is one of those finest Apatani gentleman. He hails from Hari Village of Ziro Valley.

He joined Govt of AP as DIPRO in the year 1979 and he was inducted into IAS in the year 2000. He has served the state government in various responsible posts such as DC, Secretary to State, Secretary to Governor etc. He was serving as Commissioner, District Administration & General Administration deptt. before attaining his superannuation in August 2017.

Apart from having illustrious career as a government servant, Shri #Hage_Kojeen, IAS (Rtd) is one of those founder members of Apatani Youth Association (#AYA). He is also a founder Secretary of Apatani Cultural and Literary Society (ACLS).

Note: This is our littel effort to bringing awareness on who's who in Apatani for our youths. Any input from readers will be highly appreciated.

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#GK_for_youths

#torch_bearer

#Inspiring

Bagañ rinyo apu

 

                                                               Bagañ rinyo apu

Bagañ rinyo apu is Hoya linearis Wall. ex D.Don, a Himalayan native, is also called #porcelain_vine, #wax_vine or #wax_plant.

While potting it in pot one need to remember that this plant has weak roots, and it is crucial to provide it with a perfect environment. Watering when the topsoil is dry and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil can do the trick. It will love an extra seasonal feed of well-balanced fertilizer.

*Note : wild flowers looks good in wilderness, let's not disturb the original habitat for our Human greediness.

#Apatani

#Bagang_Rinyo

#Apu

Apatani Pottery making

 Dekiñ pwchañ

Detailed view of the texture of a vintage earthen pot inherited by the Apatani family.

Previously, the Apatani people were skilled artisans in pottery making, which has been lost over time. This loss is significant to the cultural heritage of the community. Presently, we rely entirely on factory-produced utensils available in the market.

Many other Northeastern communities have continued the pottery-making craft, and their products are in high demand. It is regrettable that this art form could not have been preserved or revived.
#pwchañ #pottery #lost_Tradition #Apatani_pottery_making 

Dekiñ pwchañ

Apatani Heritage textiles

Apart from know how about judicious use of land, Apatani tribe is also known for their weaving. Apatani ancestors practiced organic dyeing of yarns in different colours and weaved intrinsic patterns.

Have a closer view of heritage weaves and it's patterns. We need to take proper curative measures to preserve these century old heritage clothes.

Photo sources : #Namer 

Audio courtesy:All India Radio, Ziro

#Apatani_Heritage_textiles

#Apatani_weaves

Apatani from different generations

Ngo Apatani ka Yapa... 

Ngo Apatani ka Nyimuñ...

What are the 7 generations?

The 7 generations based on their birth years and how their attitudes and beliefs were shaped by their times and experiences. We define the 7 generations as follows:

Greatest Generation: Born 1901-1924

Silent Generation: Born 1925-1945

Baby Boomers: Born 1946-1964

Generation X: Born 1965-1980

Millennials: Born 1981-1996

Generation Z: Born 1997-2012

Generation Alpha: Born 2013-2025

https://journeymatters.ai/7-generations/

Audio clip source: AIR Ziro

Apatani man in traditional attires

 ○Apatani man of the past in traditional attires○

Those early anthropologist explorers of Apatani have cited in their book that "Apatani men were generally tall with athletic bodies". This photo of Apatani man from past seems to be a proof of that citation.

Billo anyañ hoka Tanw milobo. Swka gwju-gwmyo atañ simi kapa nyado rañpe ha?

#Apatani_attires

Original photo (source not known)

AI colourized photo