Kohima: The School of Agricultural Sciences at Nagaland University, Medziphema campus, celebrated its 49th Foundation Day and Alumni Meet on Friday. The 11th Alumni Batch sponsored the event. Dr. Tsarila ZT Sangtam opened the day with an invocation. Prof. L. Tongpang Longkumer, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor in charge, welcomed guests and specifically thanked the 11th Alumni Batch. He also announced that B.Voc. students will now join the alumni association.
Guest Prof. M. Aleminla Ao delivered the Foundation Day lecture. The theme focused on agricultural entrepreneurship. She cited former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, noting that he believed in the power of farming businesses. She told the crowd, "Agricultural Entrepreneurship: A Catalyst for the Farming Community," while urging graduates to move into value addition and marketing. She expressed worry about rural youth leaving their homes for work.
The event included a segment called Reminiscence. Rongsenlemzung Jamir of the Nagaland government shared stories with the audience. Dr. Chubatemsu and Dr. Imliakum Ao coordinated a special musical performance. Dr. Narola Pongener handed out several awards for academic excellence.
Aysha Parween won the top prize with an OGPA of 8.59, earning Rs 20,000. Other winners included Lijanbeni Y. Ovung, Neisinuo Shine Kiso, Wapangnaro S. Imsong, Devesh Verma, and Ketholesie Yalietsu. These students received Rs 10,000 each. Dr. J. Akato Chishi chaired the session. Prof. Pauline Alila delivered the final vote of thanks.
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