Officials and others during the inauguration of smart class room at St Xavier College, Jalukie on October 28.
Our Correspondent
Kohima | October 28
Nagaland Deputy Chief Minister TRZeliang today maintained that the All Nagaland College Students' Union (ANCSU) has remained a pillar of unity and advocacy for students across the state since its establishment in 1979.
Guided by its motto, “Unify is Strength,” ANCSU has championed causes that uplift students and strengthen education in the state, Zeliang said while addressing the inaugural session of 22nd Biennial General Conference of ANCSU under the theme ‘’Leadership & Social Responsibility’’ at St Xavier College, Jalukie in Peren district.
Stating that their history is one of commitment, courage, and conviction, he said “You have stood firm on issues of educational reform, transparency and student welfare.”
He said that ANCSU's leadership has always embodied what true student activism should be “not confrontation, but constructive collaboration: not division, but dialogue and partnership.”
Commending their efforts, Zeliang urged upon ANCSU to continue being a bridge connecting the aspirations of students with the responsibilities of the Government and the Naga Society at large.
Dedicating a Smart Classroom at St Xavier College, he said that it reflects the collective determination to equip the students with tools that meet the needs of the 21st century and to bridge the gap between traditional learning and modern innovation.
“It is a step forward toward digital empowerment and educational excellence,” he added.
‘Leadership today is no longer confined to positions of authority’
Naga Students’ Federation (NSF) President, MteisudingHeraang said that the ANCSU conference was not merely an administrative exercise but a reaffirmation of the vision and values that have long guided the student movement in the state, a vision rooted in the pursuit of justice, education, unity and social transformation.
Heraang said that the theme, “Leadership and Social Responsibility,” resonates deeply with the realities of our time.
“Leadership today is no longer confined to positions of authority. It is defined by one’s ability to inspire, to listen and to act with empathy. True leadership begins when we acknowledge our responsibility toward society, when we use our talents and education to uplift others, to challenge injustice and to contribute meaningfully to the collective good,” he said.
As student leaders and future policymakers, it is imperative that we recognize the moral dimensions of leadership, he said.
Stating that the world we live in demands courage to stand by principles, humility to learn continuously and conviction to serve selflessly, he said “In the context of our Naga society, leadership must also be about reconciliation, understanding and building bridges across differences so that our people may move forward with one heart and one vision.”
Heraang said that the NSF reaffirms its unwavering support and cooperation in all endeavours of the ANCSU that strengthen the student movement and “our collective aspiration for a better tomorrow.”
“May this 22nd Biennial General Conference serve as a defining moment that rekindles our collective resolve to lead with integrity and to act with responsibility,” he added.
‘Advocate for bringing conducive environment’
ANCSU president TenyesinloBukh said that during its tenure 2023-2025, ANCSU faced multiple challenges with the implementation of New Education Policy 2020 and introduction of CBCS & FYUGP.
“We were compelled to take three courses simultaneously. Old course, CBCS & FYUGP on batch wise. However, we also seized the advantage of opportunity in learning the difficulties encounter by the students and addressing the matter to authority concerned on priority,” he said.
He apprised the students that “we are in the transition stage of implementing NEP 2020 in our educational system, therefore, we have to be more vigilant about this new policy and welcome any new changes.”
He said that last semester-end examination for the Old Course shall be in the year 2026 and CBCS shall be in the year 2027.
Today, our educational systems are faced with countless struggles, challenges and multiple setbacks. But it is in these difficult times that we find better ways and determination to rise above and forge a brighter tomorrow, Bukh said.
Stating that ANCSU endowed with bigger responsibilities to be the bearer of change in the pursuit of finding common excellence, in par with other human civilization, Bukh said “Let us all commit ourselves to be the facilitator, advocate for bringing conducive environment for learning and a vocal agent of change- for-good for the well-being of every college student in particular and Naga society at large.”
The inaugural session was chaired by VimeyiekhoVitso, Tribunal General ANCSU.Later, a Seminar on “Drug Abuse, Health & ILRC” took place with Aotuola T. Imchen, Commissioner of Police Dimapur as session guest.
The resource persons included Senchumo (NSN) Lotha, Chairman ILRC, BotoSema, Drugs Control Officer, Health & Family Welfare, Abou Mere, Director KRIPA Foundation, PauheugauRangkau, District ICTC Supervisor, DISHA Peren and IDAN representative.HiazuMeru, Deputy Commissioner Peren graced “Thematic session.’Meanwhile, ANCSU former president VilhousielieKenguruse will grace tree plantation drive on October 29 at 10:00 AM. It will be followed by Election hour at 12:00 Noon.
TemjenImna Along, Minister for Tourism & Higher Education will grace valedictory session as 3:00 PM.There will also be Miss ANCSU 2025 contest.
