HT Correspondent
DIMAPUR, July 4: In a landmark gesture to support education in Nagaland, the University of Science & Technology Meghalaya (USTM) on Friday announced 50 full scholarships for meritorious and economically disadvantaged students of the state.
The scholarships will cover the cost of higher education at USTM.
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In addition, the university will also adopt five deserving students from Nagaland each year to prepare for the UPSC civil services examination, offering them free coaching, mentorship, and complete academic support as part of its commitment to nation-building and leadership development.
The announcement was made by USTM chancellor Mahbubul Hoque at a workshop on career opportunities in the context of NEP 2020, organised by USTM, in association with Nagaland University and North East Christian University (NECU) Nagaland, at Livingstone Foundation International School Dimapur.
During the programme, the USTM also honoured the top-performing students in the HSSLC Examination 2025, conducted by the Nagaland Board of School Education, with cash awards and certificates of excellence.
Speaking on the occasion as the chief guest, former Nagaland chief secretary Alemtemshi Jamir said the NEP 2020 is not just a policy shift in the education system in India but a philosophical rethinking of what education should mean in the 21st century.
Jamir called upon the Naga students to adopt science and technology as a part and parcel of their life. He also urged them to ‘redefine’ the NEP to suit their needs and translate the technology they learn to the villages for Nagaland to thrive.
He appreciated USTM’s mission and vision.
“I appreciate USTM for being a model of diversity and inclusivity, drawing students from across the Northeast and beyond,” he said.
Prof. Pauline Alila, head of department of horticulture and in charge Pro VC, Nagaland University, Medziphema campus, said the NEP is not just a reform in academics, but a revolutionary step towards creating future-ready citizens equipped with relevant skills, creativity, and global competitiveness.
”This policy gives students the freedom to explore subjects across traditional streams, enabling unique combinations like music with physics, or data science with arts,” she said.
NECU VC Dr Darlando T Khathing also spoke on the occasion.
