The 3rd Dr PS Lorin Education & Media Conclave 2026-27 was held at Lorin Hall, Tetso College, Chumoukedima on the theme “Who Tells Nagaland’s Story? Rooted in Heritage, Ready for the World” on November 5.
The inaugural programme was attended by Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, as the Chief Guest, and the programme was chaired by Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Dr Lucy Sumi. The Conclave aims to bring together education and media perspectives around Nagaland’s heritage, identity and future, highlighting the importance of preserving cultural roots while preparing for a changing world.
Governor Nand Kishore Yadav called for responsible storytelling, preservation of indigenous knowledge and strengthening of media ethics, emphasising the need for Nagaland to tell its own stories with accuracy, dignity and confidence. Paying tribute to late Dr PS Lorin, the Governor acknowledged his vision and dedication, which continues to inspire the institution. He stated that Tetso College has grown into an established institution of higher learning, contributing to education, research and the intellectual life of the State.
Reflecting on the theme, the Governor observed that stories about Nagaland and the Northeast have often been told from outside the region, sometimes presenting an incomplete picture of society. He said that Nagaland is rich in vibrant communities, oral traditions, diverse languages, music, crafts, customary institutions and a deep relationship with the natural environment.
The Governor stressed that these stories deserve to be documented and shared with accuracy, dignity and confidence, adding that people must have the opportunity to tell their own stories in their own voices while remaining open to outside perspectives.
He further stated that being rooted in heritage does not mean resisting change, emphasising the need for young people to develop critical thinking, research skills, media literacy, digital capabilities and confidence in communicating with audiences beyond the State. Highlighting the responsibility of the media in the digital age, the Governor said information travels rapidly across the world, while misinformation, rumours and sensational content can spread equally fast. He emphasised that accuracy must take precedence over speed, and called upon media professionals to uphold the highest standards of integrity, fairness and public responsibility.
The Governor also encouraged media organisations to document indigenous knowledge, cultural traditions and the changing society, while giving greater space to stories of innovation, resilience, entrepreneurship, community service and the achievements of young people.
Addressing students and young people, he said every individual has the potential to become a storyteller through mobile phones, cameras, podcasts, research papers, documentaries and social media platforms and urged them to verify information before sharing, choose evidence over sensationalism, respect human dignity and understand the cultural context of the stories they document. He also highlighted the growing achievements of the younger generation in education, entrepreneurship, sports, research, technology and creative fields.
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The Governor noted that educational institutions, media organisations, researchers and young people have important roles in preserving local history and indigenous knowledge, adding that collaboration among institutions, communities, policymakers and media organisations is essential for meaningful outcomes. He expressed hope that the discussions initiated during Phase I would continue to generate meaningful engagement, noting that Phase II of the Conclave is scheduled for January 2027.
Concluding his address, the Governor said the responsibility of telling Nagaland’s story belongs to everyone, including elders who preserve traditions, educators who nurture young minds, researchers who document history, journalists who bring stories into public discourse and young people who will carry them into the future.
He congratulated the management, faculty, staff and students of Tetso College for organising the conclave and appreciated the panellists, media partners, resource persons and participants for their contributions.
Welcome address was delivered by the Principal of Tetso College, Dr Hewasa L Khing, followed by a special performance of Hhm Angai by Allayana Zekova R Marak, BPA Music first semester student of Tetso College School of Music. The programme also featured the launch of ‘Rethinking Education: Academic Excellence for an Unwritten Future’ and the presentation of the Governor (Lt. PB Acharya) and Dr T Ao’s Scholarship. Invocation was proposed by Yabang Longkumer, Pastor of Covenant Baptist Church, Dimapur, and a special performance by the Tetso College School of Music, Strive for Excellence, the Tetso College anthem.
