Nagaland: Land cutting ceremony held for St. John School in Kiusam

DIMAPUR — The official land cutting ceremony for St. John School was held in Kiusam under Kiphire district on Monday, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the Tikhir area. The event was attended by dignitaries and community leaders.

Teisovilie Rupreo from North East Construction (NEC) officiated the programme, highlighting the opportunity to contribute to the local community's well-being.

"May God's blessing be upon this ground today and years to come, as the ground itself bears witness to the faith, sacrifice, and determination of an entire community. He said, let on this ground be a stepping forward into a future defined by education, excellence, and the love of God," Rupreo stated during the ribbon-cutting.

Rev. Fr. Philip Magh, parish priest and Principal of Loyola Higher Secondary School, Kiphire, hailed the day for St. John School.

He extended appreciation from the Bishop and the Diocese of Kohima to NEC for their contribution in levelling the ground.

"Your contribution is our vision, resources, prayers, and labour toward making this institution a reality," Fr. Magh added, acknowledging the collective effort behind the project. He also applauded Thepfusatuo Rio and Teisovilie Rupreo for their leadership.

LY Tokim, TGBA President, representing public leaders, underscored the impact of humanitarian service. "You may be a millionaire, wealthy in assets, rich in knowledge and wisdom, but a help rendered to mankind is the greatest gift," he remarked.

He lauded the Catholic Church for its dedicated service and recognised Rev. Fr. Thomas Toretkiu, Centre in Charge, for his hard work, and Rev. Fr. Philip for his collaborative spirit with NEC. Tokim stated that this contribution would be remembered for generations in the Tikhir area.