KHONSA : The Department of School Education, Tirap, in collaboration with the district administration, organised the second felicitation programme for district-level top three students from Classes III to XII for the 2024-25 academic session under the Golden Jubilee Meritorious Students’ Award at the Circuit House Community Hall here on Friday.
Tirap Additional Deputy Commissioner Namneet Singh attended the programme as the chief guest, while retired Deomali Higher Secondary School principal Nyampo Matey Lowang was the guest of honour. The dignitaries felicitated 30 meritorious students who secured the top three positions in their respective classes at the district level with cash awards, certificates and mementoes.
Addressing the gathering, Singh congratulated the awardees and their parents, describing success as a continuous journey rather than a destination. He encouraged the students to treat the recognition as a stepping stone towards greater achievements and meaningful contributions to society.
Observing that district toppers often emerge from only a few schools, he urged all institutions, particularly government schools, to strive for academic excellence. Noting that nearly 80 per cent of the awardees were girls, he encouraged boys to work harder and compete positively. Sharing his own experience, he said perseverance and determination had enabled him to clear one of the country’s toughest competitive examinations despite being an average student, and urged students to remain focused on their goals.
In her address, Lowang highlighted the crucial role of parents in shaping the success of their children. She advised students to maintain a positive outlook, face challenges with courage and resilience, and remain optimistic in pursuing their aspirations.
Tirap Deputy Director of School Education and organising chairperson KC Lowangcha said the Golden Jubilee Meritorious Students’ Award was instituted to promote healthy academic competition and motivate students to realise their full potential. She expressed confidence that the awardees would continue to bring laurels to the district and the state.
Under the scheme, a total cash incentive of ₹8.40 lakh was distributed among the 30 awardees. The highest incentives of ₹50,000, ₹40,000 and ₹30,000 were awarded to the first, second and third position holders of Classes X and XII respectively.
The district-level first position holders honoured during the programme were Khampai Wangsa (Class III), Ruwmang Lowang (Class IV), Berme Dada (Class V), Pobu Moinyak (Class VI), Ponya Pansa (Class VII), Ayang Lego (Class VIII), Lovely Limbu (Class IX), Ashia Tarh (Class X), Chewang Akhang (Class XI) and Teaphang Khoisia (Class XII).
The programme concluded with the distribution of awards and a group photograph of the awardees, dignitaries and officials.
