Dimapur, November 1 (MExN): Schools and agencies held awareness programmes from October 29 to 31 on road safety, child protection, cyber security, democracy, governance and science, alongside academic and cultural activities involving students from schools and colleges.
The Dimapur Traffic Police conducted a road safety awareness programme at Bethesda Higher Secondary School, Walford, on October 29, attended by around 500 students. Assistant Commissioner of Police (Traffic) Zubenthung and ABSI Bokato discussed the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, the Electronic Challan system and safe road practices. They also discussed vehicle fitness, valid documents and Pollution Under Control certification, as well as the consequences of underage driving and riding without a licence or helmet.
The Kohima District Legal Services Authority (KDLSA) conducted the Surakshit Bachpan Abhiyan in four institutions from October 29 to 30, as part of the National Legal Services Authority’s pan-India school awareness programme on the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.
At Bethel Higher Secondary School, advocate Haiyale Kath spoke on protecting children from exploitation and sexual offences, while Nagali Shohe highlighted safe spaces for children to speak up. At Fernwood School, advocate Wonchano Humtsoe addressed child labour, trafficking and online grooming. Additional Public Prosecutor Abraham explained the three categories of POCSO offences, Child Helpline 1098 and the prohibition on disclosing victims’ identities.
KDLSA Chairperson and Principal District and Sessions Judge Mezivolu T. Therieh highlighted teachers’ responsibility to report abuse. At Government Higher Secondary School, Chiechama, JMFC Neitseizonuo Solo discussed child-friendly procedures and internet safety. At Don Bosco School, Chiephobozou, CJM and KDLSA Secretary Cheliam Khiamniungan spoke on good and bad touch, child marriage law and online safety.
Cyber security was the focus of a talk organised by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of North East Christian University on October 30. Kihika Chishi, NPS, Officer-in-Charge of the Cyber Crime Police Station, Kohima, said 80-85% of cybercrimes reported in Nagaland originate from Dimapur and Kohima, including financial fraud, account hacking, investment scams, impersonation, digital arrests and sextortion.
Chishi identified fear, greed, lack of verification and credential sharing as factors that expose people to scams. He advised participants not to click unverified links or share OTPs, and urged victims to report incidents promptly. Victims can contact helpline 1930 or visit cybercrime.gov.in.
MY Bharat Kohima organised a Viksit Bharat Yuva Samvad on “Know Your Vote” at KROS College on October 30. Youth Icon Flora Kent spoke on informed voting and the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Advisor to the Chief Minister Dr. Chumben Murry attended as special guest and interacted with students. Retired official E.M. Patton was present.
In Mokokchung, Jubilee Memorial College’s NSS, in collaboration with MY Bharat Mokokchung, held a Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament on October 31. Around 250 students participated in the programme themed “One Nation, One Election”.
Keynote speaker Dr. Amongla, Principal of People’s College, outlined the proposal for simultaneous Lok Sabha and State Assembly elections, discussing possible reductions in election expenditure and governance disruptions, alongside implementation challenges in a large and diverse country. Imlibenla of Jubilee Memorial College won, followed by Walunir K. Tzudir of Fazl Ali College and Nikili of Jubilee Memorial College.
Pfutsero Government College, in collaboration with Phek Government College, organised a colloquium on October 30. Dr. Levinu Sakhrie discussed governance challenges in Northeast India, including inadequate accountability, corruption, ethnic diversity and uneven development, calling for greater public participation.
Dr. Nisekhoto Nisa presented a study on Parkia timoriana methanolic extract in Wistar albino rats. The findings indicated liver and kidney damage at higher doses, but no significant adverse effects at or below 100 mg/kg.
Ten schools participated in the Annual State-level Science Drama Competition 2026, organised by the Nagaland Science Centre on October 30 under the theme “Science and Society”. PM Shri Government High School, Thahekhu, won, followed by Azedon School, Kohima, and St Teresa’s School. Thahekhu will represent Nagaland at the Northeast Zone competition in Guwahati on November 20.
Saint John’s Higher Secondary School, Diphupar-B, Chümoukedima, concluded its two-day John’s Fiesta 2026 on October 31. Students from LKG to Class XI participated in singing, dancing, painting, debate, folk dance and traditional attire competitions under the theme “Our Culture, Our Pride”.
