104 nursing students of the College of Nursing at CIHSR Chümoukedima took their professional oath at the Lamp Lighting ceremony
DIMAPUR — A total of 104 nursing students of the College of Nursing, Christian Institute of Health Sciences and Research (CIHSR), Chümoukedima, took the professional oath during the Lamp Lighting and Oath-Taking Ceremony for the 16th batch of General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) and the 13th batch of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc. Nursing) students.
According to an update, the 104 students comprised 50 GNM students and 54 B.Sc. Nursing students, marking a milestone as they entered the nursing profession.
The programme was attended by Alice Sony, Nursing Superintendent of Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, as the chief guest.
Speaking on the occasion, Sony congratulated the students on entering the nursing profession and highlighted that there are two significant milestones in a nursing student’s life: the Lamp Lighting Ceremony, which marks their entry into the profession and their commitment to the values of nursing, and the graduation ceremony, where they step forward as professionals ready to serve society.
She encouraged the students to embrace their profession with perseverance, focus, and resilience, reminding them to be bold in facing challenges, continue learning throughout their careers, and have the confidence to “soar in the blue sky” by pursuing excellence and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those they serve.
Dr. Sedevi Angami, Director of CIHSR, delivered the exhortation, encouraging the students to uphold the true essence of nursing by recognising and valuing the humaneness of every individual beyond the illness or disease they present with.
He stressed that nursing is a profession of service, sacrifice, and responsibility, and that the oath they take is not merely a ceremonial practice but a solemn promise to uphold the dignity, trust, and well-being of the people entrusted to their care. He also encouraged them to remain committed to continuous learning, professional growth, and lifelong development throughout their professional journey.
The Prayer of Dedication was led by Dr. Khrutsozo Kikhi, Head of the Department of Radiotherapy, followed by the College of Nursing theme song.