Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav with the beneficiaries of Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe students during a special interactive session held at Dr Imkongliba Hall, Lok Bhavan, Kohima on May 25. (Photo Courtesy: PRO Lok Bhavan Nagaland)
Kohima, May 25 (MExN): The Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, interacted with beneficiaries of the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Tribe students during a special interactive session held under the “Janjatiya Garima Utsav” celebration at Dr Imkongliba Hall, Lok Bhavan, Kohima on May 25.
An update from the PRO Lok Bhavan, Nagaland stated that addressing the gathering, the Governor expressed happiness at interacting with students benefiting from the scholarship scheme and highlighted the significance of the occasion commemorating the legacy of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda, who stood for courage, dignity and justice for tribal communities.
Stating that education is the key to empowerment and progress, the Governor described the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme as an important initiative supporting deserving students in pursuing higher education and achieving their aspirations. He expressed satisfaction that many students from Nagaland are benefiting from the scheme.
Encouraging the students, the Governor urged them to work hard, remain disciplined and make full use of the opportunities available to them while staying connected to the rich values and traditions of their tribal heritage.
The Governor further stated that for the vision of a developed India to become a reality, every citizen including youngsters, doctors, engineers, technocrats, students and people from all walks of life must demonstrate greater excellence and dedication in the discharge of their duties. He expressed confidence that the youth of Nagaland would continue to excel and contribute positively towards transforming the nation into a fully developed India, “Viksit Bharat,” by 2047.
During the interactive session, the Governor encouraged students to pursue academic excellence with discipline, character and social responsibility. He emphasized honesty, humility, compassion and dedication to public welfare as essential values for success in life.
Highlighting the importance of youth empowerment, the Governor stressed the need for skill development, entrepreneurship, vocational training, tourism and agriculture-based industries to address unemployment in the State. He also underscored the importance of quality education, infrastructure development, unity and lasting peace for the progress of Nagaland.
Motivating the students, the Governor urged them to dream big, remain disciplined, work hard and contribute positively towards society and nation-building.
The programme was chaired by Sarita Yadav, IAS, Secretary, Higher & Technical Education, while the keynote address was delivered by V. Lovitoly Sema, NCS, Addl. Secretary, Higher & Technical Education and Ex-Officio Director, Department of Higher Education. The vote of thanks was delivered by I. Sino Phom, Director, Department of Tribal Affairs. Officers from the Higher & Technical Education, Tribal Affairs Department and students from various colleges attended the programme.
