Expedite upgrade of KPA to engineering college — ANCSU

DIMAPUR — The All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) has submitted a representation to the Chief Secretary, urging the state government to expedite the process of upgrading Khelhoshe Polytechnic Atoizu (KPA) to a full-fledged engineering college.

In the letter, the student body noted the state government’s commitment to skill-oriented education, evidenced by the establishment of nine government polytechnic institutes across Nagaland.

While these institutes offer three-year diploma programmes in various fields under the Department of Technical Education and has significantly enhanced technical education in the state, “it is disheartening to observe the absence of degree-awarding institutions, particularly engineering colleges, over the past several years,” it said.

Highlighting the role of KPA in providing technical in the state, ANCSU pointed out that the state cabinet approved the introduction of a civil engineering degree course at the polytechnic on December 17, 2007.

Subsequently, in 2021, KPA received accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation for three courses: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electronics Engineering, valid for three years.

“This accreditation was a significant milestone and raised hopes among students and educators alike for the establishment of a full-fledged engineering college in Nagaland. However, despite these promising developments, the state government’s continued inaction on this matter is a grave concern,” the ANCSU stated.

The delay in upgrading KPA to an engineering college deprives students of essential educational opportunities and hinders the state progress in technical education. This neglect can be seen as a violation of students’ right to education, limiting their potential and future prospects, it added.

In this context, it requested the chief secretary to prioritise this critical issue and expedite the necessary processes to upgrade Khelhoshe Polytechnic Atoizu to a full-fledged engineering college.

“Swift action on this matter will not only fulfill a longstanding promise but also significantly benefit the educational landscape of Nagaland,” it added.