Nagaland Governor Nand Kishore Yadav urges youth to embrace technology and entrepreneurship at NITI Incubation Centre.
DIMAPUR — Governor of Nagaland Nand Kishore Yadav on Friday highlighted the importance of technology, innovation and entrepreneurship in creating employment opportunities for the youth of Nagaland during a programme on "Technology Startups and Digital Initiatives" at the NITI Incubation Centre in Dimapur.
Attending as the chief guest, the governor commended NITI Dimapur for its contribution to skill development, stating that the institute had trained more than 40,000 youths over the past 26 years and played a significant role in employment generation, according to a DIPR report.
He appreciated NITI's expansion into software development through NITI Technologies and its initiatives in making quality education accessible and affordable.
He also lauded the establishment of the NITI Incubation Centre under Startup Nagaland, in collaboration with the Department of Industries and Commerce, and congratulated the seven technology startups supported by the centre, including three selected for funding support of INR 25 lakh under STPI OCTANE.
Highlighting the launch of the centre's digital application integrated with artificial intelligence (AI) and DeepTech, the governor said the initiative would help create an accessible and efficient digital incubation ecosystem. He also appreciated the innovative products KHRU App, HNK Services and Blipp, describing them as practical technology-based solutions addressing local challenges and improving business efficiency.
Advisor to the Chief Minister and Chairman of IDAN Abu Metha and DIG, 6 Sector, Assam Rifles, Brig. Rishav Singh Jamwal attended the programme as guests of honour.
In his address, Metha praised Governor Yadav, describing him as one of the most proactive governors the state has witnessed in recent years. He appreciated the governor's efforts to engage with various sections of society and his active presence on social media, stating that his leadership inspired young people and reflected transparency and accessibility.
He also acknowledged the contributions of Ajay Sethi and his family, who have been associated with Nagaland for over 25 years. Recalling the early days of computer education in Dimapur, he said that the family had demonstrated vision and commitment in introducing computer education when technology was still unfamiliar in the region.
Highlighting the role of the non-Naga business community, Metha said that Dimapur had developed as an important centre of trade and economic growth through the contributions of different communities. He stressed the importance of unity and collective efforts among all communities.
He also highlighted Nagaland's social and religious harmony, stating that people of different faiths lived together peacefully and celebrated each other's festivals. He said this spirit of fraternity should be conveyed to the rest of the country, especially when people from the Northeast often face discrimination in other parts of India.
Speaking on technology, Metha said it had become an inseparable part of everyday life and urged young people to adapt to technological advancements. He further encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs and startups in Nagaland, stating that innovative ideas could emerge from anywhere, including small places like Dimapur.
Urging the youth to dream big, Metha said technology had removed geographical barriers and provided opportunities to reach global markets. He encouraged young people to utilise digital platforms to promote their talents, achieve their aspirations, and contribute to Nagaland's development and nation-building.
A highlight of the programme was the launch of technology products developed by startups.