Education is for social change: Minister
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Chandel, June 22 2018:
The Zou Sangnaupang Pawlpi (ZSP) General Headquarters held a 'Special Assembly cum Felicitation and ZSP Foundation Trust Award Distribution 2018' at Singtom Village, Chandel today.
Speaking on the occasion as the chief guest, Letpao Haokip, Minister, Water Resources and YAS, encouraged the students to study hard with dedication and determination as education gives the 'much needed power to change the society'.
"Change in our society will come when our education system produces the much needed competent leaders who can lead us in the right path" he said.
Quoting Nelson Mandela, he stated that education is the sharpest weapon and all should encourage it and face the different challenges in the society.
During the ceremony, Haokip assured that a public playground and a public library for Sugnu area will be constructed within his tenure.
Altogether 17 awards on different subjects were awarded to toppers (subject) of Class X and XII examinations.
St Mary's School, Behiang bagged the 'School of the Year Award 2018'.Apart from public leaders, philanthropic organisation leaders and officers from civil and armed forces, the function was attended by Manglianhang, social worker, Michael M Ginzasuan, Samuel P Khammuonlian and Pu Ngamlal Baite, ADC/ Sugnu Hill Area as guests of honour and chief host respectively.