CM opens AI-Enabled Career Intelligence Hub
Students urged to focus on education
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 07 2026: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh today inaugurated an AI-Enabled Career Intelligence Hub at Tamphasana Girls' Higher Secondary School, Imphal, an initiative aimed at providing students with technology-driven career guidance, personalised counselling and information on emerging career opportunities.

The hub, established under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) is the first of its kind in the North Eastern region, marking a significant step towards integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the education and career guidance ecosystem of the State.

CM opens AI-Enabled Career Intelligence Hub

The Chief Minister appreciated the students of Tamphasana Girls' Higher Secondary School for not resorting to agitation during the challenging period the State has been going through over the past seven to eight months.

He commended their maturity and restraint, stating that students should remain focused on their education and future rather than becoming involved in agitation during times of crisis.

The Chief Minister further appealed to students and the people at large not to resort to agitation whenever a crisis arises.

Instead, he urged them to pursue dialogue as the preferred means of resolving any differences and addressing issues, stating that peaceful engagement is essential for bringing lasting peace to the State.

Highlighting the growing importance of AI, the Chief Minister observed that AI has advanced significantly and is increasingly transforming various fields and professions.

He expressed satisfaction over the establishment of the AI-enabled career intelligence hub in Manipur, noting that such an initiative would help students gain better insights into their abilities, explore different career pathways and prepare themselves for future opportunities.

He also expressed gratitude to Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), the Education Department and the faculty members of Tamphasana Girls' Higher Secondary School for their contributions towards making the initiative possible.

Emphasising the importance of the formative years in shaping one's future, the Chief Minister stated that student life is one of the most crucial periods for building a career, with Classes XI and XII being particularly significant in determining future academic and professional directions.

While acknowledging that everyone may not necessarily achieve everything they aspire to in life, he stressed that humanity and honesty must remain the two essential qualities guiding every individual.

He further observed that these values are equally important in the collective effort to restore peace and harmony in Manipur.

The Chief Minister also formally opened the 32nd National Children's Science Congress (NCSC) 2026-27, organised by Manipur Upliftment Centre in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha, Manipur, under the focal theme, "Understanding Ecosystem for Health and Well-being" .

The Chief Minister inspected the exhibits and interacted with students participating in the State-level Science Congress.

He exhorted the young participants to continue nurturing their scientific curiosity, creativity and spirit of innovation.

A total of 39 student group leaders from various schools across 12 districts of the State have been shortlisted to participate in the State-Level 32nd National Children's Science Congress 2026-27 .

The programme was attended by Rajya Sabha Member Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi; Ng Bhogendra Meitei, Director of Education (Schools); Dr Vinita Devi Elangbam, Principal, Tamphasana Girls' Higher Secondary School; Dr Yumnam Jayanta Singh, Executive Director, NIELIT, Imphal; Anjali Chongtham, Additional State Project Director (Elementary), Samagra Shiksha, Manipur; and other dignitaries, officials, teachers and students.