Nagaland: Khensa Students’ Union ‘Walu Aten’ 9-edition culminates

Dimapur, Dec. 30 (EMN): The 9th edition of ‘Walu Aten’ (assembly of leaders) of the Khensa Students’ Union (KSU), which commenced on December 26 with Asangla Imti, secretary of Health and Family Welfare, as the special guest and Sashi Wapang Lanu, additional commissioner of Central GST, Dimapur, as the speaker on the theme “Renkettsüngshiro,” culminated on December 29.

Addressing the gathering, Asangla congratulated the culture club of Khensa for representing the Ao tribe at the recently concluded Hornbill Festival.

Speaking on the theme “Rekettsüngshiro,” she said ‘Walu Aten’ means ‘Assembly of leaders’ and questioned the students whether they are worthy to be called as “Walu Aten.” According to her, there are three categories related to the theme namely ‘society, community and village,’ which could be further classified into many. She emphasised on the individual’s strength and renewal, which according to her is the most important component to bringing about overall change.

She encouraged the students to have determination, conviction, will power and courage.

Sashi Wapang Lanu, speaking on “Financial Literacy,” said Nagaland has the lowest employment rate at 25% despite 9500-10,000 Nagas graduating every year.

Imtisangla, president, Khensa Women’s Organisation, in her brief exhortation, asserted to promote one’s language and preserve cultural identity.

Imtitoshi Jamir, chairman of Khensa Village Council, also spoke on the occasion.

Asangla Imti also released two books namely ‘Poem and folk songs’ and Khensa Mongsen Kaket.

The occasion also witnessed the quiz competition among the seven units where the Yimyu unit won the competition.