SSUM Foundation Day : Significance of education highlighted
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, March 14 2023:
Socialist Students' Union of Manipur ( SSUM) president Soraisam Yaima Meetei underscored the importance of education in one's life to become responsible individuals and to be self-reliant.
He was speaking at the 8th foundation day celebration of SSUM held on the theme "Emagi Amadi Ema Leibakkidamak Eikhoi Lairik Ningthina Tamshi" ( Let's gain proper education for our Mothers and Motherland) at Lalambung High School today.
Expressing concern over substance abuse among the youths of the society especially young students which has become a major cause for the degradation of society, he called for cohesive efforts from all to fight against this social evil to save the young generation and society as a whole.
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Highlighting that the youths have a key role in striving for a developed and progressive society, he appealed to all youths and students to acquire proper education and stay away from harmful habits such as use of drugs etc.
He also appealed to the students to set specific goals and long term vision and make sincere efforts to actualise it.
Addressing the gathering, Lalambung High School Headmistress commended the sincere efforts made by the student bodies of the State for the welfare of students.
Stating that students are future pillars of the society, she maintained that it is the duty of all to nurture and guide the students towards the right path.
Delivering the keynote address, SSUM Executive Member Leishangthem Rohit Kumar Meitei said that in connection with the 8th foundation day of SSUM, plans are underway to conduct various programmes at different schools across the State.
Enumerating the numerous problems the State is facing, he maintained that it is high time to make a firm stand to tackle these issues collectively.
Expressing the need to bring a change in the existing education system, he maintained that the Government should focus on providing better infrastructures such as adequate playgrounds, libraries, hostel facilities while constructing schools.
As a part of the programme, the student body presented stationery items to the students of the school.