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Kohima: In his address marking the commencement of the 4th session of the fourteenth Nagaland Legislative Assembly at Nagaland Legislative Assembly Secretariat, Kohima, governor La Ganesan said today that “the unresolved Naga political issue” is a major impediment to the state’s development and welfare goals. He then called upon all stakeholders to transcend differences and work towards a final solution through dialogue and compromise, reaffirming his government’s unwavering commitment to facilitating a peaceful resolution.
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The governor then expressed appreciation for the Members of the House for their steadfast dedication to achieving a peaceful and early resolution of the Naga political issue. He reiterated his government’s readiness to pave the way for a final solution that is honorable, acceptable, and inclusive, emphasizing the collective interests of the people of Nagaland.
The governor then highlighted the paramount importance his government places on nurturing and developing human resources, recognizing the immense potential inherent in Nagaland’s demographics. To ensure the educational system remains dynamic and responsive to evolving trends, various interventions have been initiated by the Department of School Education. These include bolstering education management information systems, implementing a teacher attendance monitoring system, and establishing professional learning communities for continuous professional development.
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He said the government is focused on enhancing the overall teaching and learning environment by constructing 16 school complexes based on a hub and spoke model, known as the Lighthouse School Complexes. Quality assurance has been integrated into higher educational institutions, with commendable progress reflected in the accreditation of colleges by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). Efforts are underway to obtain accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for polytechnic institutes and to upgrade three diploma institutes to degree engineering.
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He mentioned that the government is actively pursuing the establishment of an Indian Institute of Science Education & Research (IISER) in Nagaland in collaboration with the central government. This endeavor aims to elevate the state’s higher education landscape, promote science and mathematics education, and foster research initiatives. The acquisition of 200 acres of prime land in Sukhovi, Chumoukedima district, underscores the government’s commitment to this initiative.
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