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Governor PB Acharya with representatives from universities, Bharat Scouts and Guides, Hindustan Scouts and Guides, Raj Sanik Board and NEZCC at Raj Bhavan, Kohima, on April 17.[/caption]
Dimapur, April 17 (EMN): Nagaland governor, PB Acharya, has underlined that implementation of centre and state welfare flagship schemes is not only the responsibility of the government agencies but also the responsibility of the empowering agencies like universities, colleges and schools.
Acharya stated this while addressing a meeting with representatives from various Universities in Nagaland, Bharat Scouts and Guides, Hindustan Scouts and Guides, Raj Sanik Board and NEZCC at Raj Bhavan, Kohima, on April 17.
Acharya explained that there are numerous schemes and welfare programmes such as Jan Dhan Yoyana, Jeevan Yyoti Bima Yojana, Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Mudra Bank, etc which are beneficial for the welfare and uplift of the people. He however observed that most people are not aware of the various programmes, a press release by PRO to governor stated.
The governor has called upon the offices to inspire the people in their institutions including student to be more aware of the schemes and to take advantage of them and to also disseminate information about these schemes in their areas.
Also stressing on the importance of skill development, Acharya urged the institutions to focus on making their students employable and entrepreneurs. He further stated that the Government of India has introduced Mudra schemes targeted for helping students, especially from the weaker section of the society to become entrepreneurs.
Acharya has urged the universities and institutions to play pro-active role in shaping the future of the youth of Nagaland, adding that students, when they come out of universities and institutions, should be able to stand on their feet and make the economy of the state strong. He also called for implementation of skill development courses in all institutions, which would prove beneficial for jobs, self-employment and empowerment of the students.
The governor further stated that union minister of HRD, Prakash Javadekar, has informed him on the introduction of National Academic Depository (NAD). He explained that NAD is a 27X7 online store house of all academic awards duly digitised and lodged by institutions. He stated that NAD not only ensures easy access to and retrieval of an academic award but also validates and guarantees its authenticity and safe storage.
Governor congratulates Sesino
Governor, PB Acharya, has congratulated Sesino Yhoshu, director of the film, ‘The Pangti Story,’ on being awarded the best environment film including agriculture at the 65th National Film Awards 2018.
The governor, in a message addressed to Sesino Yhoshu, stated that the prestigious National Award appropriately recognises the effort to motivate and educate the people about conservation. He hoped that the award would encourage her and her team to motivate and educate the people of Nagaland about conservation of nature, animals, birds and the environment.
He further wished Sesino and her team the best in their future endeavours.
