Dimapur, November 4 (MExN): Nagaland University (NU) today organised a ‘Unity Run’ at its Lumami headquarters where the faculty, administrative staff, and students participated by running from the University Health Centre to I.Ihoshe Kinimi Hall. The run was organised as a part of the nation-wide ‘Rashtriya Ekta Saptah’ campaign to mark the birth anniversary celebration of Sardar Vallabhai Patel, the University PRO Peter Ki informed in a press note. At the flagging off ceremony Otova Swu, Dy. Registrar (Administration) highlighted the purpose of the Unity Run while Prof. M.K. Sinha, Finance Officer stressed on the importance of unity. Unity is the basis for strength which in turn leads to progress and development, Sinha said adding, “This is true for the country in general and Nagaland University in particular.” He also shared about Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel regarded the ‘Iron Man of India’, who was instrumental in keeping India united. The Unity Run was flagged off by Prof. N.S. Jamir, Vice-Chancellor In-charge, Nagaland University, in the presence of Prof. T. Lanusosang Registrar NU, the PRO added. Geochemists to convene at NU The Department of Geology, Nagaland University will be hosting a National Seminar entitled “Geology, Geochemistry, Tectonics, Energy and Mineral Resources of Northeast India” from 9-11 November. The Annual General Meeting of the Indian Society of Applied Geochemists will also be held concurrently with the seminar. A press note from Convener, Prof. BV Rao informed that the objective of the seminar is to provide a platform for discussion of current research in petrology, geochemistry, sedimentology, palaeobiolgy & stratigraphy morphotectonics, mineral & energy resources, geohazards, etc in the North East Region. The inaugural function is slated for 10:30AM at National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Conference Hall, Meriema. The Governor of Nagaland, P.B. Acharya and the Chief Rector of Nagaland University will gracing the occasion. The Convenor further invited all those interested to attend the inaugural function as well as the technical sessions.
