Don't trade votes for money, says Achumbemo Kikon at Erudite Fest

Achumbemo Kikon and others at the 4th Erudite Fest held at St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Jakhama, on Friday.

• DIMAPUR — The post-graduate students of St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Jakhama, organised the “4th Erudite Fest” at the college indoor stadium on Friday.
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• The special guest of the event was Achumbemo Kikon, MLA and Chairman of the Sub-Divisional Planning and Development Board, Bhandari, and the theme was “Educate to Liberate”.
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• According to an update, while speaking on the occasion, Kikon stressed that for any progress to be visible, education is the key and crucial ingredient. He also cautioned the students not to trade their right to vote for the lust of money, as their vote has the power to shape and direct their past, present, and future.

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• He noted that educated individuals need to change society by choosing the rightful person to hold power.
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• He further emphasised that to be truly liberated, one should not over-glorify government jobs, excessively rely on their parents, or become a prisoner of tribalism. He encouraged the students to read more proactively, highlighting his New Year’s resolution to take a book to the washroom instead of his phone.
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• He urged the students to be vigilant by ensuring they read more consistently. He concluded his speech by saying, “Unless we are educated, we will be a liability and not an asset to our society.”
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• Earlier, in the welcome address, Dr. Fr. Pezhalhoukho George, PG coordinator (SJC), expressed his gratitude to all the attendees and mentioned that the PG block constitutes 7.1% of the college, with 302 students enrolled in the PG block.
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• The 4th Erudite Fest featured activities such as debates, documentary videos, quizzes, and declamations.