A one-day orientation programme for Surveyors/Voluntary Teachers under ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society): Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram was held at the Capital Convention Centre, Kohima on May 20.
In his keynote address, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Ruopfükoutuo Noudi, NCS, highlighted that ULLAS is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at achieving full literacy by 2027. The programme targets non-literate citizens aged 15 years and above, with the objective of empowering them with foundational literacy and critical life skills, thereby transforming the State into a fully educated and self-reliant society.
He stated that Nagaland has performed exceptionally well in terms of literacy rate; however, there is still a sizeable population that remains illiterate and has not been covered under formal education. In this regard, he described the survey as an important assignment and expressed hope that the State would achieve the target of 100 percent literacy.
Noudi further stated that the core objective of the programme is to move beyond merely teaching people how to sign their names, and instead equip them with basic reading, writing, functional, and digital literacy skills. Without basic education, it becomes a huge liability for individuals in accessing essential facilities and opportunities for self-improvement.
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He also mentioned the ULLAS mobile application and encouraged the surveyors to carry out the assignment with sincerity and dedication. He expressed hope that the initiative would improve the literacy rate and contribute towards the overall development of society.
Earlier, in her welcome address, District Education Officer, Kohima, Emilo Patton welcomed the officials and participants. She conveyed a message to the surveyors, emphasizing that their role is to identify and register non-literate adults. She encouraged them to take up the noble responsibility of teaching and spreading the joy of learning. Patton further stated that their role as surveyors is a major challenge, but one that can pave the way for holistic development.
The training session for the surveyors/voluntary teachers covered topics on ULLAS implementation, survey procedures, the ULLAS App, and the ULLAS Primer. Resource persons for the sessions included Zulumenla (ToT), Meyiesul Thapru (ToT), Hinilo Cheng (ToT), and Vibeizolie Yashü (ToT).
ADC & DMA, Samagra Shiksha, Kohima, Ruokuoneinuo, chaired the programme, and the programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Sr. SDEO Kohima, Imtisangla.
