Our Correspondent
Jakhama | December 27
A two day long golden jubilee celebration of Jakhama Students’ Union (JSU) got underway here today at Campion School Ground under the theme “Envisioning a competitive future.”
Koko Vizotha, managing director, Fernwood Higher Secondary School spoke on the topic “Education and its impact in the present context” at the inaugural function. Koko emphasized the need to choose their career and profession properly. She urged the students to follow their ambitions and what inspires them and not only on the sole advice of their parents. Koko also challenged the students to foray into private sector as well. She also dwells on the virtues of hard work and diligence.
She stated that talent alone will not ensure success. She also called upon the parents to get more involve with the children by investing their time and support. Stating that bookish knowledge will not ensure a complete education, she called upon the students to seek the wisdom of their parents.
Golden jubilee souvenir was released by K. Ashi Khieya, additional director general, National Academy of Customs Excise & Narcotics, Shillong. The function was followed by literary competition session.
Meanwhile, Niketu Iralu, Trustee, Centre for North East Studies and Policy Research, New Delhi will unveil the monolith on December 28 at 10:00 AM. He will speak on the topic “Envisioning a competitive future.”
JSU president Kelethuzo Yosa will deliver presidential address while JSU golden jubilee planning committee convenor Ar.Zavishio Khieya will highlight the concept of Educational Trust. Prize distribution and entertainment session will take place at 12:00 noon.
Closing function has been scheduled at 2:00 PM with Er. Khiipi Natso, Engineer-in-Chief, NPWD, Kohima as the speaker. He will formally launch the Educational Trust and also deliver a speech on the topic “50 Years and Beyond.”
The session will also witness installation of JSU new office bearers. Concluding remarks will be made by Adv. Kezhokhoto Savi, co-convenor JSU golden jubilee planning committee.
Jubilee Nite (An evening showcasing the talents of JSU) has been scheduled at 4:00 PM.
