Advisor SCERT & Food Processing and NPF Secretary General Achumbemo Kikon today called on students to balance modern technology with discipline, humanity, and Naga traditional values, while warning against the dangers of irresponsible gadget use and artificial intelligence.
Kikon was speaking as special invitee at the inauguration of the new floor extension of Don Bosco College, Kohima. Lauding the role of Catholic institutions, Kikon said the establishment of Don Bosco schools and colleges has greatly benefited the Nagas, particularly in instilling discipline, a sense of humanity, and quality education.
“Students should feel privileged to be part of this institution. You must be proud and take this opportunity to grow,” he told the gathering.
He urged students to reflect on how responsibly they utilize the facilities provided by the authorities. While noting that modern gadgets have become a necessity, Kikon cautioned that irresponsible use could ruin lives. “We must know our responsibility. As Naga society, we must be aware that misuse might spoil young minds and ruin our future,” he said.
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Touching on emerging challenges, Kikon spoke on the dangers of AI and stressed the need to be well equipped. “We must live in real and not reel,” he remarked, calling for discernment in the digital age. The MLA also emphasized preserving Naga traditions amid technological advancement.
“Our tradition is respecting and being polite to elders and parents. We must value these practices. With so many modern facilities, we must enjoy the world but not forget our own future,” he said.
Speaking on global warming, Kikon stated that environmental protection is a shared duty. “We are all responsible. It’s a collective responsibility. Think globally and act locally,” he added.
A word of encouragement also came from Rev Fr Joseph Pampackal SDB, Provincial and Dr Kiyasetuo Stephen Vizo, Governing Body member DBCK.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Dr Lanukumla Ao, Assistant Professor, Department of History DBCK, invocation prayer by Fr Dr Xavier Mattam, Rector, Don Bosco Kohima while welcome address was delivered by Fr Dr Tious Varghese, Principal DBCK and vote of thanks was tendered by Dr Neilazonuo Khruomo, Assistant Professor, Department of Botany DBCK.
