Kohima Chakhesang Students' Union holds its 63rd general session, promoting education, cultural preservation, unity and integrity
DIMAPUR — Advisor to the Department of Science and Technology, Kuzholuzo (Azo) Nienu, has stressed that education must go beyond academic qualifications and material success, urging students to uphold discipline, honesty, integrity and spiritual values.
Addressing the 63rd general session-cum-cultural meet of the Kohima Chakhesang Students' Union (KCSU) as chief guest at the State Academy Hall on October 24, Nienu cautioned students against corruption and immoral practices, emphasising the importance of good character alongside academic excellence.
Congratulating the students who excelled in academics and other fields, he encouraged them to remain humble and responsible, and called on them to use their achievements to serve society.
The session, held on the theme “Honouring Our Roots, Shaping Our Future,” highlighted education, academic excellence, cultural preservation and unity among the younger generation.
The programme felicitated school and college toppers, outstanding HSLC and HSSLC performers, and achievers at regional and national levels in recognition of their accomplishments and contributions, an update stated.
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KCSU president Kuwe Mekru, in his presidential address, underscored the importance of unity among the Chakhesang community and urged students to preserve their cultural identity while pursuing educational and personal growth.
Chakhesang Students' Union president Povozo Soho, in his greetings, also called for unity, cultural preservation and collective progress, reminding students to remain connected to their heritage and traditions while embracing the future.
During the evening cultural session, Director of the Department of Tourism, Veyielo Doulo, attended as guest of honour and emphasised love, peace and mutual support as essential values for personal and collective progress.
Referring to the biblical teaching that love is the greatest, Doulo encouraged students to support one another in achieving their aspirations, stressing that unity is strength.
He also urged the younger generation to rise above tribalism, strengthen relationships and work together as one community.
The folk song competition was adjudicated by Seyievinuo, founder and director of Seyie Intrepid Nagaland; Tsuveto Resuh, folk artist and finalist of India’s Best Folk Singing reality show; and Vethikhoyi Khamo, general secretary of the Chakhesang Cultural Organisation (CCO).
The Chakhesang Students' Union, Kohima Science College Jotsoma (CSUKSCJ), secured first position, while the Chakhesang Students' Union, Kohima College (CSUKCK), finished second.
The session concluded with a call to nurture an educated, disciplined and united generation capable of achieving excellence while upholding cultural identity, integrity and mutual respect.