PASIGHAT, Nov 8:  The 52nd Annual College Day Celebrations of JNC, Pasighat– “Hill Top Radiance 2018-19” began today with a colourful opening ceremony. Chief Guest MLA Olom Panyang declaring open  the three-day event amidst the presence of Lok Sabha MP Ninong Ering, Former Director (Retd), of Secondary  Education  Tapang Taloh,  President East Siang District Olympic Association, Tamat Gamohamong called upon the students to make best use of the golden period of life in excelling in their chosen fields  to be successful citizens .
“The reputation of excellence of the oldest educational Institution of Higher Learning of the State has been maintained by JNC all through the years,” Panyang said while commending the contribution made by the dedicated faculty members and also the commitment of the students over the years.
Former Director of Secondary Education(retd), Tapang Taloh, addressing as the Guest of Honour , said that  as an alumni, the occasion  has filled him with  “ deep sense of nostalgia” and pride of the journey made by JNC, which has produced eminent personalities ,administrators, leaders, professionals and the like in many walks of life. He hoped that the event will help in fostering the spirit of cooperation, unity, amity and sportsmanship among the students adding that such events are learning experience in student life in discovering and exploring the varied facets of one’s talents and skills.
Earlier, Principal JNC, Milorai Modi, highlighted the academic journey of the oldest college of the State through the last 54 years, which was established on 3rd July 1964 with the vision “ to provide higher education with integrity, consistency and due diligence “. He said that Jawaharlal Nehru College has been recognized with  “College with potential for Excellence” in 2010 by UGC including becoming the first institution of Higher Learning in the State to get Grade ‘A’ accreditation by NAAC, Bengaluru in 2014.

On the steps taken to enhance learning experiences, he informed that  digital language lab, Research Cell has also been set up including fully equipped biotech hub, advanced computer education, while very soon   mini-ethno Museum  under the department of History among Colleges  will be launched ,which is set to be first of its kind in Government Colleges of the State.
Further, the Principal informed that currently the Collge has 68 regular and 10 Guests faculty members and around 3700 students pursuing UG and PG courses. He added that 38 students were placed in the university Toppers list in 2017-18 academic session.
Earlier, General Secretary, JNC Kiling Mibang, submitted a Memorandum highlighting renovation of CC steps, need for Bus Stand etc.

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