Dimapur: Nagaland governor La Ganesan felicitated toppers, rank holders and other achievers of the HSLC and HSSLC examinations 2024 at a felicitation programme at Raj Bhavan in Kohima on Wednesday (June 12).
Speaking at the programme, Ganesan acknowledged the achievements of the diligent students who have made their families, school, and society proud with their hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
He said the event was not just to celebrate the achievements of the students but also to give due credit to the teachers, families and friends for the unconditional and unwavering support that they had bestowed throughout the journey of the students.
He wished to see the students present to be good leaders of today and tomorrow and be self-sufficient.
Ganesan exhorted the students to think out of the box to boost their creativity and take up new challenges in this extremely challenging world.
The Nagaland governor added that they are fortunate to have good facilities and infrastructures, and have been provided with quality education by trained and experienced teachers.
He concluded by quoting Nelson Mandela “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world”.
The governor also announced that cash awards for the students will be enhanced from next year.
Adviser to Nagaland school education and SCERT Dr Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, speaking at the programme, congratulated the successful students and urged them to work harder to achieve greater heights.
He thanked the office of the governor for initiating and organising the programme to encourage the students of the state.
Yhome urged the students to appreciate all the good things in life and strive towards excellence.