Our Correspondent
Kohima | October 25
Nagaland School Education and SCERT Advisor, Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, announced today that the state will close nearly 100 schools this year as part of a broader initiative aimed at restructuring the education system. Speaking at the 15th General Conference of the Nagaland School Education Administrative Officers’ Association (NSEAOA) at the Capital Convention Centre, Dr. Yhome outlined plans to close approximately 450 schools over the next three to four years.
“Our target is to make our schools more productive and efficient,” Dr. Yhome stated. He emphasized the department's commitment to opening more higher secondary schools in the state to enhance educational opportunities.
Addressing the issue of ongoing legal disputes within the department, Dr. Yhome revealed that the number of court cases had decreased from 178 to 108 since his tenure began. He noted that the majority of these cases pertained to service matters, including infighting over seniority and entitlements.
“Are we prepared to fight more, or are we here for a purpose?” Dr. Yhome questioned the officers, urging them to focus on serving the community and prioritizing the interests of children. He criticized the obsession with seniority and entitlement, stating, “Seniority has killed our department, and our concerns over entitlements are destroying it.”
He called for greater collaboration and understanding among officials, stressing the importance of executive decision-making and the need to establish clear service rules to foster a more cohesive working environment.
The conference also featured remarks from Kevileno Angami, Commissioner & Secretary for School Education and SCERT, and a presidential address by NSEAOA President N Thungchio Shitire.
