NECU holds a paediatric care seminar as Saint John’s Higher Secondary School celebrates John's Fiesta 2026 in Chümoukedima
DIMAPUR — North East Christian University (NECU), Dimapur, organised a one-day state e-seminar on paediatric and neonatal care on October 29, while Saint John’s Higher Secondary School, Diphupar-B, Chümoukedima, held its two-day annual cultural event, John’s Fiesta 2026, on October 30 and 31.
The NECU seminar, themed “Elevating Paediatric Care: Advancing Clinical Excellence, Emergency Response, Safety, Ethics and Compassion In Paediatric and Neonatal Care”, focused on strengthening nursing competencies in recognising, preventing and managing paediatric emergencies.
According to an update, the sessions were conducted by Sorokhaibam Nandarani Devi, Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University, on paediatric medication safety and emergency response; Dr. Akumtoshi, Consultant Paediatrician and Neonatologist at Zion Hospital and Research Centre, on advanced paediatric assessment and PEWS; and Elizebeth Leena PD of Indian Academy College of Nursing, Bengaluru, on neonatal resuscitation, Kangaroo Mother Care and newborn danger signs.
Dr. Athuo Saziini, Principal of GNM, NECU, addressed communication with frightened children and legal and ethical responsibilities in child advocacy, including mandatory reporting under the POCSO Act.
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The programme concluded with a post-test and feedback session.
Meanwhile, Saint John’s Higher Secondary School celebrated John’s Fiesta 2026 on the theme “Our Culture, Our Pride”, featuring singing, dancing, art, painting, debate, folk dance, traditional attire shows and literary competitions.
Students from LKG to Class 11 participated in the competitions, while cultural performances highlighted the traditions of different Naga tribes. A debate on “Are Social Media Influencers True Role Models?” was among the highlights.