In a significant step towards enhancing student infrastructure and academic research, Nagaland University’s School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS), Medziphema Campus, inaugurated the new Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels along with The Study Falcon Project, funded by ICAR, at a formal ceremony held at the Multipurpose Hall on February 28, 2025.
The event was graced by Dr. R.C. Agrawal, Deputy Director General (Education), ICAR, New Delhi, as the Chief Guest, with Prof. Akali Sema, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Nagaland University, Medziphema Campus, presiding over the function.
The event was also attended by Dr. I. Shakuntala Devi, Dean of the College of Veterinary Science (CAU), Jalukie, and Dr. Girish Patil S., Director of NRC Mithun. The ceremony began with a dedication prayer led by Pastor Nahang Chawang from the Spirit of Fai’h Church, Medziphema. This was followed by the unveiling of the inaugural plaque and ribbon cutting by the Chief Guest, marking the official opening of the newly constructed Boys’ and Girls’ Hostels.
In his inaugural address, Dr. R.C. Agrawal emphasized the importance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the future, stating that AI is the need of the hour and that the present generation of students will be responsible for realizing “Viksit Bharat 2047”. He praised Nagaland University’s efforts in integrating technology and research-driven education into its academic framework. Prof. L. Daiho, Dean of School of Agricultural Sciences, Nagaland University, Medziphema Campus, welcomed the gathering. This was followed by a construction report presented by Er. Merijan Tsopeo, J.E. (C ), Nagaland University, Medziphema Campus.
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A special musical performance by students representing the Students Union, NU, SAS added a cultural touch to the event, followed by a technical briefing on “The Study Falcon Project” by Mr. Vinay Goel, Core Team Member, and Dr. Mary N. Odyuo, Principal Investigator of the project. The Study Falcon Project, emphasizing that it is specifically designed for ST (Scheduled Tribe) students, focuses on providing an AI-based platform to assist students in preparing for competitive exams. This is a “complete package” that will help students access high-quality learning resources, interactive study tools, and personalized guidance using artificial intelligence.
The inaugural event also witnessed the participation of students and faculty members from various colleges under Nagaland University, further enriching the discussions on technological advancements and student-centric initiatives. The event concluded with words of gratitude delivered by Dr. Anthony V. Richa, Deputy Registrar, NU Medziphema Campus, followed by session on The Study Falcon project.
