DIMAPUR: Advisor SCERT & Food Processing and NPF secretary general Achumbemo Kikon on June 4 called upon students to balance modern technology with discipline, humanity and traditional Naga values, while cautioning against the dangers of irresponsible gadget use and artificial intelligence.
Speaking as special invitee at the inauguration of the new floor extension of Don Bosco College, Kohima (DBCK), Achumbemo lauded the role of Catholic institutions in shaping Naga society. He said the establishment of Don Bosco schools and colleges had greatly benefited Nagas by instilling discipline, 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 utilise facilities provided by the authorities. While acknowledging that modern gadgets have become a necessity, he 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.
Touching on emerging challenges, Achumbemo warned of the dangers posed by artificial intelligence and stressed the need for discernment in the digital age. “We must live in real and not reel,” he remarked, while emphasising the importance of 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 added.
On global warming, Achumbemo reminded that environmental protection was a shared duty. “We are all responsible. It’s a collective responsibility. Think globally and act locally,” he said.
Words of encouragement were also shared by Rev. Fr. Joseph Pampackal SDB, Provincial, and Dr. Kiyasetuo Stephen Vizo, governing body member of DBCK.
Earlier, the programme was chaired by Dr. Lanukumla Ao, assistant professor, Department of History DBCK, with invocation by Fr. Dr. Xavier Mattam, Rector, Don Bosco Kohima. The welcome address was delivered by Fr. Dr. Tious Varghese, principal DBCK, while vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Neilazonuo Khruomo, assistant professor, Department of Botany DBCK.
