Basic training in beekeeping conducted at NU

A one-day basic training in beekeeping was organized on August 7 by department of Education, Nagaland University (NU), Kohima Campus, in collaboration with Nagaland Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM).
The training was part of university’s on-going skill development initiative aimed at integrating practical and sustainable skills into higher education.
A press release by PRO, NU, informed that special guest, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, NU, Kohima Campus, Prof. Venuh, described the programme as a timely opportunity to bridge academic knowledge with real world skills.
He encouraged participants to embrace beekeeping not just as a livelihood, but as a way of connecting with nature, and called for future collaboration between NBHM and Nagaland University, especially in area of research on bees and pollination.
The technical sessions were led by three resource persons from NBHM, whereby Neilazono Terhuja introduced the participants to the basics of bees and beekeeping, highlighting the importance and scope of apiculture in Nagaland and its potential as a local livelihood.
This was followed by Nzanbemo K. Lotha, who dwelled on routine and seasonal management of bee colonies, stressing the importance of timely inspection and hive care, while the final session was conducted by Mhathung T. Tsopoe, who explained the vital role of bees in pollination and their impact on the ecosystem and agriculture.
The sessions were interactive, supported by visual aids, and followed by hands on demonstration, where participants learned how to handle bee boxes and tools safely.
Faculty members, research scholars from various departments, and postgraduate students of the Department of Education actively participated in the training.
NBHM also donated essential beekeeping tools to the Department of Education, enabling students and research scholars to continue exploring beekeeping as a skill and livelihood option beyond the training.
The inaugural session was chaired by research scholar, Vanthungo Murry, with a welcome address delivered by Head of Department of Education, Prof. Lungsang Zeliang. In her address, she emphasized the importance of aligning education with life skills, drawing attention to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the growing need for sustainable livelihoods.
The programme concluded with a valedictory session chaired by research scholar, Keduoneinuo Solo, while concluding remarks were shared by representatives from NBHM and Assistant Professor, Department of Education, Narola Chuba, and vote of thanks for valedictory session addressed by research scholar Megosielie Khate.