Kohima, October 8: The School of Nursing, Naga Hospital Authority Kohima (NHAK) celebrated its platinum jubilee on October 8 at Molu Ki, Merhulietsa Colony (Paramedical), under the theme “Nurturing Nurses, Transforming Lives: Celebrating a Legacy.”
P. Paiwang Konyak, Minister of Health & Family Welfare, served as the chief guest, releasing a commemorative souvenir and addressing the gathering. He recognized the evolving healthcare landscape and emphasized the critical role of nurses as the “heartbeat of care,” offering not only medical assistance but also emotional support and hope.
Minister Konyak highlighted the School of Nursing’s contribution in developing essential nursing skills and informed the audience about the Central Government’s approval of two new nursing colleges attached to medical colleges—one at the Nagaland Institute of Medical Science & Research (NIMSR) in Kohima and another at the upcoming Mon Medical College. These initiatives aim to address the shortage of healthcare professionals and improve nursing education in Nagaland.
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He also revealed plans by the state government to establish nursing schools in all districts, enhancing job opportunities and making nursing a more attractive career option in response to the growing demand for nurses domestically and internationally. Existing schools in Kohima, Mokokchung, and Tuensang have been pivotal in training skilled nurses.
Additionally, the Minister discussed plans to fill vacant staff nurse positions under a recruitment policy similar to the one for Auxiliary Nurse Midwives and Female Health Workers, balancing direct recruitment with a queue-based appointment system.
Minister Konyak encouraged nurses to expand their roles beyond hospitals into home care and palliative care, highlighting the importance of embracing technology and upholding ethical standards, particularly regarding data security and patient confidentiality.
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He concluded by honoring the dedicated faculty and pioneers of the institution, including two Spanish Catholic nuns and several doctors, and urged current students and alumni to continue upholding the school’s legacy of compassionate and skilled care. He congratulated the entire School of Nursing on their achievements and commitment over 75 years.
Dr. E. Motsuthung Patton, Principal Director of Health & Family Welfare, was the guest of honor and commended the school for its contributions to healthcare in Nagaland. Tiakala delivered the message from the Principal’s Desk, while greetings were shared by Kelhoungu-u Temsu, Retd. State Nursing Superintendent, and L. Abenla Jamir, Retd. Joint Director of Nursing.
Dr. Christy Simpson, former Principal of the College of Nursing CIHR, Chumoukedima, spoke on the event’s theme, emphasizing the legacy and transformative impact of nursing.
The program, hosted by Vesalü Rose and Imnanaro, began with an invocation by Reverend Sentisashi Aier, Senior Pastor of KABA. The School of Nursing presented a history of nursing at NHAK, and the alumni contributed a special song to the celebrations. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Vice Principal Limasenla Nokdir, followed by a benediction led by the Pastor of Chang Baptist Lashong Kohima and a jubilee feast.
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