Seyochung Village Students’ Union and Youth Ministry of Seyochung Village Baptist Lithro visited Government High School, Seyochung village on March 17.
Seyochung, March 17 (MExN): The Seyochung Village Students’ Union (SVSU) and the Youth Ministry of Seyochung Village Baptist Lithro visited Government High School, Seyochung village on March 17.
During the visit, they donated books on Sangtam Naga literature and works by native authors, aiming to encourage students to engage with indigenous writers. Additionally, the team provided a first-aid kit, including sanitary pads for girl students.
SVSU President Longtili C Sangtam expressed gratitude to the school for launching the Nagaland Heritage (Sangtam) programme. He urged the headmaster to prepare a routine for the Youth Pastor, who has volunteered to contribute to the initiative.
Inspection of road construction raises concerns
Later in the day, the SVSU inspected the ongoing road metalling work between Sitimi and Seyochung HQ. Despite prior notification, representatives from the Border Roads Organization (BRO) were absent during the inspection, informed a press release issued by Press & Information Secretary, SVSU.
The union identified several issues, including poor-quality work, inadequate drainage systems and the absence of cross slopes necessary for effective water management. The construction work does not comply with Indian Road Congress (IRC) guidelines and “no proper drainage structures, such as culverts and ditches, have been put in place as per design standards,” the union alleged.
SVSU President Longtili C Sangtam emphasised the need for the BRO to complete the work within the jurisdiction before the monsoon season, adhering strictly to IRC parameters to ensure durability and safety.
In the afternoon, the SVSU visited St Mary’s High School, Seyochung Town, where they donated books to the school library to foster a culture of reading among students. SVSU President Longtili commended the school for its pioneering role in education in the region and its consistent record of academic excellence. He encouraged the school to maintain its high standards.
During discussions with the faculty, several challenges were highlighted, including difficulties in Aadhaar enrollment for nearly 200 out of 493 students due to issues in obtaining birth certificates. Additionally, concerns were raised about name correction problems, as the Nagaland Board of School Education has restricted such changes despite requests from parents and students. The school authorities sought SVSU’s support in addressing these issues with the concerned authorities.
In response, Longtili C Sangtam assured the school of the union’s full assistance in advocating for solutions and ensuring the welfare of the student community.
