Dimapur, Oct. 18 (EMN): Expounding on the importance of skill development as the need of the hour, the joint director (admn) and state project director of RUSA, Menuokholie Kire, called upon the youth to enhance work culture to sustain the society.
Kire stated this during the 7th graduation day ceremony of the North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR) on October 18 at Peace Centre, Chümoukedima. He congratulated the graduates on their success and achievement and advised them to equip with skills and work hard to be self-reliant.
“Every student must venture out with dedication and hard work to realise their dreams. Blame game must give way to reasons and commitment,” Kire said.
An update from the institute stated that 49 students of Masters in Social Work (MSW) received their graduation certificate during the function.
The guest of honour and principal of St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, Rev. Fr. Dr. George Kedhoulhou, has stressed the importance of leadership in the perspective of today’s context. He cited Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam as an intellectual leader with dreams and visions.
“Today, Nagas have learnt the culture of hard work and consistency. These have enhanced the intellectual growth of the individuals. Students must imbibe the qualities of intellectual leadership to be more efficient and effective in the society,” Fr. George said adding, “Society can be much safer in the hands of the intellectuals.”
The programme began with an invocation said by Rev. Fr. Chacko Karinthayil, while the welcome address was delivered by NEISSR principal, Rev. Fr. Dr. CP Anto, wherein he exhorted the graduates to be well prepared to face all challenges with knowledge and skills.
It stated that Imtipongla Kichu shared the journey of NEISSR encompassing various programmes, events, values and ethics, while Livino, former president of Students’ Council for Social Change (SCSC), recounted the memories in NEISSR with appreciation.
Stephen Gangmei, assistant professor, felicitated the graduates with certificates and awards.
It stated that Magdalen Odyuo bagged the first rank award, best research award and best student award. She expressed her gratitude to the institute, faculty and students for moulding her life. She further encouraged the students to give their best in academic fields and other co-curriculum activities for the all-round development.
Meanwhile, the best professional progressive circle (PPC) was awarded to ‘We Can’ team for bringing out the best model “Promise Home.”
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Rev. Fr. Khing, vice principal and administrator.