October, 2026: The Naga Students’ Union, Mizoram (NSUM), organised its 28th Freshers’ Meet-cum-Cultural Day at the Art & Culture Auditorium, Berawtlang, on Monday. Dr. K.C. Lalmalsawmzauva, Adviser to the Chief Minister, attended the programme as the Chief Guest, while Pu Remlalliana Hnamte, Private Secretary to the Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, was the Guest of Honour.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Lalmalsawmzauva encouraged students to make the best use of their student life, emphasising that this is a crucial period for learning, preparation and personal development.
Sharing his personal experiences as a student, he urged them to learn from both success and failure. He advised them to look beyond their immediate concerns and consider the kind of life they wished to lead in the next ten years, including their careers, family and personal responsibilities.
He further stressed the importance of taking responsibility for their own future, preparing for life's challenges through education and making thoughtful decisions. He encouraged the students to remain courageous and patient in pursuing their dreams, while respecting others and adapting to the circumstances of time and place.
Guest of Honour Pu Remlalliana Hnamte said that the Naga people are known for their sociability and friendly nature among the communities of Northeast India, and that the Mizo people have much to learn from them. He also urged the Naga students to learn and appreciate the positive practices and cultural traditions of the Mizo people during their stay in Mizoram.
NSUM President Eno Kelengulie Kenguruse delivered the welcome address, while NSUM Vice President Eli Rebeka Lohe made a presentation. Pastor Imtinungit Lemtur of the Naga Christian Fellowship led a prayer for the freshers. Lalnunfela Hlondo, Executive Committee Member of the Central Young Mizo Association (CYMA), also addressed the gathering.
