This was disclosed by the chief executive officer (CEO) of Kohima Smart City, Kezhazelhou Theünuo, during the inaugural programme of Alder Fest 2.0 held at Alder College in Kohima on Friday.
Stating that the term ‘educated unemployed’ is not new to Nagaland, he lamented that many youth are still unemployed despite the high number of graduates due to various challenges. One challenge, according to Theünuo, was the lack of practical skills/ experience despite theoretical knowledge after graduation as they are unable to apply what they have learnt on the ground.
Other challenges, according to him, are lack of dignity of labour or sense of pride and lack of sufficient jobs avenues as the state does not have industries/ factories to employ educated youth.
To counter those challenges, he encouraged the students to acquire skills, imbibe dignity of labour and be willing to join any job anywhere to start their career.
He mentioned that excellence, hard work, and consistency are the three values to achieve success in life.
“Our current society is extremely competitive. Whatever profession or career you choose, be it sports, art, entrepreneurship or government employment, etc. there is no sector where there is no competition,” Theünuo said.
Asserting that it is not enough to do something just for the sake of doing it, he cautioned the youngsters to strive for excellence lest they find themselves getting left behind.
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=1]Quoting a saying, "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard," he stressed that it is only through hard work and perseverance alone that would take them through to achieve their ambitions despite one could be a capable or bright person.
“Finally, consistency is the one factor that binds all these together. It is even more important than relying solely on motivation to realise one's goals,” he added.
Zhapuvi Liegise, administrator of Alder College, remarked that the day was a special day in the college calendar as they have come together as a community to celebrate the spirit of community, creativity, friendship and collaboration.
The event, he said, is a celebration of talent, creativity, and enthusiasm where they showcase their abilities, have fun and make lasting memories.
As college life is a time of exploration, learning and discovery, Liegise said it is a time when they take the first steps towards achieving their dreams and fulfilling their ambitions as the fest is a reflection of this spirit of exploration and discovery.
Stating that college life is not without challenges where the workload could be intense and overwhelmed by the demands of classes and assignments, he informed that they have put together diverse range of events during the fest to remind that college life too can be fun.
He expressed happiness to unveil the line-up of activities and performances from music, dance, art and literature, wrestling to Naga indigenous wrestling and various forms of competitions in store for everyone to enjoy and participate.
It was informed that in addition, food stalls with a variety of items to stir one’s taste buds, have been arranged to enjoy the events to the fullest during the festivities.
On day-one, inter-class tug-of-war, open mic, escargot sucking, zumba, open arm wrestling competitions as well as Amrit Utsav related events were organised. As part of the fest, the second edition of the annual inter-college Naga wrestling competition as well as open crew dance competition would begin from 8:30 am onwards on Saturday. Youth