ATI Nagaland inaugurates induction programme for 2026 batch of officers to strengthen governance and public service.
DIMAPUR — The Administrative Training Institute (ATI) Nagaland on Friday inaugurated the common induction programme for the 2026 batch of Nagaland Civil Service (NCS), Nagaland Police Service (NPS), Block Development Officer (BDO) and District Commandant (DC) officers at Vision Hall, ATI, Kohima.
The programme aims to develop a shared understanding of governance, administrative procedures, public service values, and the roles and responsibilities of the participating officers.
It is also intended to strengthen their professional capacities and prepare them to discharge their duties effectively, ethically and efficiently, according to a press release issued by ATI Nagaland.
Delivering the keynote address, V Shashank Shekhar, Additional Chief Secretary and Director General of ATI Nagaland, urged the newly inducted officers to view public service as an opportunity to give back to society and contribute to people's welfare.
Emphasising ATI's role as a supportive, family-like learning environment, he encouraged the officers to discharge their responsibilities with dedication, fairness and transparency.
He also stressed the importance of working for the uplift of weaker sections of society while upholding the values of integrity and impartiality.
A Pitoho Chophy, Chairman of the Nagaland Public Service Commission (NPSC), encouraged the officers to uphold integrity and public service values, prepare for emerging challenges, and remain willing to learn and adapt to a rapidly advancing technological environment.
Yongchingkumla, Secretary of the Personnel and Administrative Reforms (P&AR) Department, advised the officers to work with purpose and a strong sense of responsibility while adhering to applicable government rules.
Thavaseelan K, Commissioner and Secretary of the Rural Development Department, encouraged the officers to visit villages and gain a deeper understanding of grassroots realities.
He observed that public service would test their character and commitment beyond their performance in examinations.
He advised them to treat every person with respect and kindness, keeping public welfare at the centre of their work.
Shekhar also acknowledged the NPSC chairman for the timely and fair declaration of examination results and recognised the support extended by the P&AR Department.
Asalie Lese, Deputy Secretary of the P&AR Department and course coordinator, presented an overview of the induction programme, outlining its structure and training topics.
The inaugural session was chaired by Bendanglila, Additional Director of ATI Nagaland, who delivered the welcome address. The newly inducted officers representing the respective services also introduced themselves.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Kaholi Sema, Joint Director of ATI Nagaland.