Students Across Nagaland Engage in Discussions on History, Innovation and Health

Several academic and awareness programmes were organised across Nagaland, providing students with opportunities to engage in discussions on history, entrepreneurship and health awareness. At Modern College, Piphema, the Department of History held its annual State Level Students’ Seminar on “Cultural Interpretation and Social Transformation: Decolonizing Naga History.” The keynote address was delivered by Dr. T. Cholichem Sangtam of Tetso College, who encouraged students to critically examine representations of Naga history and culture and reclaim indigenous voices and narratives. The seminar featured four technical sessions with 21 paper presenters from colleges across Nagaland and Manipur, with awards presented to students for outstanding research papers. At Pranab College, Entrepreneurship Day 2026 was organised by the Entrepreneurship Cell in collaboration with the Career Guidance & Counselling Cell and Department of Commerce. The event included talks by academic and entrepreneurial speakers, an Innovation Competition and a Campus Sale, giving students practical exposure to entrepreneurship while promoting creativity, teamwork and problem-solving. Separately, Dimapur 24/7 Foundation, in collaboration with District Integrated Strategy for HIV/AIDS (DISHA) and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, Dimapur, conducted an HIV/AIDS awareness programme at Eden Higher Secondary School, Thilixu, on August 24. District Programme Officer Orenthung Ngullie addressed students on HIV transmission, prevention, testing and the importance of accurate information and support. He also highlighted the need to dispel misconceptions and prevent stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV. An interactive question-and-answer session allowed students to seek clarification on various aspects of HIV/AIDS, making the programme an important platform for health education and awareness.