Chief Guest Prof. J.K. Patnaik, VC, NU delivering a speech at Kohima Campus, Nagaland University.
Kohima, September 6 (MExN): Nagaland University celebrated its 31st Foundation Day and the Welcome Program for the School of Engineering and Technology (SET) at its Kohima Campus. The event, held on September 6 was led by Prof. Lungsang Zeliang, with Pro-Vice Chancellor Prof. G. T. Thong extending a warm welcome and delivering an address. Prof. V.K. Vidyarthi, Dean of SET, reflected on the school's progress since its inception in 2007 and outlined future challenges.
Chief Guest Prof. Jagadish K. Patnaik, Vice Chancellor of Nagaland University, highlighted the significance of unity and the enhancement of academic departments. He advocated for the digitalization of the examination system and encouraged students to excel in UPSC, NPSC, and other competitive exams, promising incentives from the university. Prof. Patnaik also announced the introduction of a new 4-year Multidisciplinary UG program for the upcoming academic session and discussed the proposal for the establishment of two new engineering departments, nine additional departments, and 20 new buildings under HEFA.
During the event, the Vice-Chancellor’s awards for 2024 were presented to distinguished individuals across all campuses, recognizing achievements in categories such as Best Teacher, Best Research Scholar, Best Student, and Best Non-Teaching Staff. The program concluded with a vote of thanks by Shri Metsizolie Medoze, Deputy Registrar.
At the NU headquarters in Lumami, Prof. M. Indira Devi, Senior Professor in the Department of Chemistry, delivered the Foundation Day Speech. The event, chaired by Kahoshe Sumi, DR of GAD, included a welcome address by Prof. C.R. Deb from the Department of Botany. Additional speeches were given by Prof. Bendang Ao, President of NUTA (L), and Lanuzulu of NUNTSA (L). Peter Ki, PRO, announced the winners of the NU Photography Contest 2024, while Dr. I. Tovishe Phucho from the Department of Chemistry offered the vote of thanks.
At the School of Agriculture (SAS) in Medziphema, Prof. J. Longkumer, Associate Dean of Students Welfare, delivered the Foundation Day Lecture. The event, chaired by Prof. L. Tongpang Longkumer from the Department of Agronomy, included the distribution of certificates to winners of the Anti-Ragging Competition and concluded with a vote of thanks from the Vice-President of NUNTSA (SAS).
