Unity College, Dimapur celebrated its 19th freshers’-cum-annual day with Nagaland DGP Rupin Sharma, IPS as the chief guest, at the college premises on September 6. (DIPR Photo)
Dimapur, September 6 (MExN): Unity College, Dimapur, celebrated its 19th freshers’-cum-annual day with Director General of Police, Nagaland, Rupin Sharma, IPS as the chief guest, at the college premises on September 6.
A DIPR report stated that in his address, Director General of Police (DGP) of Nagaland, Rupin Sharma, IPS, urged students to embrace values, continuous learning, and adaptability to future technologies. Reflecting on his own student days nearly 35 years ago, Sharma emphasised that education is not just about knowledge or prosperity, but about becoming better human beings with virtues and values.
Highlighting the importance of continuous learning, the DGP encouraged students to remain inquisitive and not shy away from asking questions. He noted that seeking clarification is not a sign of weakness but a mark of leadership, as it helps both the individual and peers. At the same time, he appealed to teachers to create an environment where students feel free to ask questions without fear.
Drawing from his own experiences as a student, Sharma shared anecdotes on perseverance, humility, and the role of both success and failure in shaping one’s future. He urged students to think beyond traditional paths of employment and explore innovative ways of generating income, including part-time jobs, digital platforms, and entrepreneurship.
Touching upon emerging technologies, he advised students to adapt to changes such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), which he described as a major force shaping future careers. Traditional jobs may not exist in the next 10–20 years. It is important to embrace change carefully and equip ourselves with the skills of tomorrow, he remarked.
On the social front, Sharma spoke strongly against the menace of drug abuse, appealing to students to report cases of substance use among peers to parents or authorities. True friendship means saving a life. Hiding the problem only leads to disaster, he cautioned, while also urging educational institutions to create support systems for early intervention.
He further reminded the gathering about the unique cultural and linguistic diversity of Dimapur, calling it “a great crucible for learning” where students have the opportunity to appreciate and celebrate differences while fostering unity.
Concluding his address, he encouraged students to become global citizens, open to new ideas and opportunities, while remaining firmly rooted in their values. He said that if even one student could take away a positive message and apply it in life, his purpose of addressing the gathering would be fulfilled.
The DGP also released the college journal and magazine and felicitated the Nagaland University subject toppers from the college namely Simon Konyak (BA Sociology, Rank 1), Menangnula Longchari (B.Com, Rank 1), Yimjungbenla Ao (B.Com, Rank 2), T. Tsarola Sangtam (B.Com, Rank 5), Nukshimeren (B.Com, Rank 8), Bothuka Achumi (BA Economics, Rank 2), Warela R. Yimchunger (BA Economics, Rank 3), Chichanrhoni Lotha (BA History, Rank 2), Alice Awomi (BA Political Science, Rank 2), Betimonyu Chang (BA Political Science, Rank 8), Sentirenla Imsong (BA Minor, Rank 2), and Kekiewangsibe Hingleu (BA Minor, Rank 5).
