Dimapur, July 2: Salesian college of Higher Education observed the 7th International Social Media Day at Bernick Hall today.
Rev. Fr. Jonas Kerketta, delegate social communication Don Bosco society Dimapur was the chief guest at the function.
In his speech, the chief guest underscored the relevance of the social media in today’s world. He highlighted how governments of different countries were pulled-down by the power of social media. He said, human beings are by nature sociable and therefore they find in social media a suitable means to communicate.
Dr. Fr. Policarp Xalxo, principal, in his welcome speech spoke on the usefulness of social media. He exhorted the students to use the social media for personal growth and social upliftment.
Bro. Sebastian Kamsuan, assistant professor, presented a multi-media presentation highlighting the origin and the impact of the social media in the world. More than two hundred students participated in the programme. The students were sensitised on the value of social media through notice boards and hoardings. It was organized by the Media Club, under the supervision of Dominic Khanyo and Bro. Sebastian Kamsuan, to create an awareness of the pros and cons of Social Media.
