DIMAPUR — Longleng district celebrated National Reading Month on the theme ‘Read and Grow.’
The month-long programme which commenced on June 19 culminated on Tuesday at DPDB Hall, Longleng, with SDO Longleng, Meyazungba Jamir, as the special guest.
Dr. Samuel Akho Konyak P, EAC Longleng, in his introductory speech, highlighted the library movement initiated by Panicker and its transformative impact on Kerala.
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He emphasised the relevance of implementing similar initiatives in Nagaland, particularly in Longleng district.
In his address, Meyazungba Jamir praised the speeches delivered by the students and encouraged them to nurture healthy reading habits throughout their lives.
Rev. Fr. Salas, headmaster of St. Joseph High School, Longleng, in his closing remarks, underscored the various types of reading and the potential progress the society can achieve through this reading practice.
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=1]He expressed gratitude to the district administration for organising such a programme and also acknowledged the students as future leaders who will shape society.
A speech competition on the topic ‘Today a reader, tomorrow a leader’ was also held with participation from eight government and private schools.
MulungJungla from Christian High School, Longleng, clinched the first prize, while Leetau from Phom Lempong Higher Secondary School secured the second position.
B Chuli Phom from Shamakok Mission High School and Yonglang L from St. Joseph's High School, Longleng, shared the third prize.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to foster a reading culture and empower students to become future leaders who will positively impact society.
A dedicatory prayer was pronounced by Wanmon, DB, and Good Shepherd School presented a special song during the event.
The programme was chaired by Kihovi Sema, ADEO Longleng.