Achumbemo Kikon urged students at Don Bosco College Kohima to use technology responsibly while preserving Naga values.
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DIMAPUR — Advisor for SCERT and Food Processing and Naga People's Front Secretary General, Achumbemo Kikon, has called on students to balance the use of modern technology with discipline, humanity, and Naga traditional values, while cautioning against the irresponsible use of gadgets and artificial intelligence (AI).
Kikon was speaking as the special invitee at the inauguration of the new floor extension of Don Bosco College, Kohima (DBCK), on June 5, according to a press release issued by the NPF press bureau.
Lauding the contribution of Catholic institutions to education in Nagaland, he said the establishment of Don Bosco schools and colleges had greatly benefited the Naga people by promoting discipline, humanity, and quality education.
“Students should feel privileged to be part of this institution. You must be proud and take this opportunity to grow,” he told the gathering.
He urged students to reflect on how responsibly they utilise the facilities provided by the institution. While acknowledging that modern gadgets have become a necessity, Kikon warned that their misuse could have serious consequences.
“We must know our responsibility. As a Naga society, we must be aware that misuse might spoil young minds and ruin our future,” he said.
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Highlighting emerging challenges in the digital age, the advisor spoke on the potential dangers associated with AI and stressed the need for preparedness and discernment. “We must live in real and not reel,” he remarked.
Kikon advisor also underscored the importance of preserving Naga traditions amid rapid technological advancement. He said respect for elders and parents remained a core value of Naga society and should not be forgotten.
“Our tradition is respecting and being polite to elders and parents. We must value these practices. With so many modern facilities, we must enjoy the world but not forget our own future,” he said.
On the issue of global warming, Kikon emphasised that environmental protection was a shared responsibility and called for collective action.
“We are all responsible. It’s a collective responsibility. Think globally and act locally,” he added.
Words of encouragement were also delivered by Rev. Fr. Joseph Pampackal, SDB, Provincial, and Dr. Kiyasetuo Stephen Vizo, governing body member of DBCK.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Dr. Lanukumla Ao, Assistant Professor, Department of History, DBCK.