Tetso College celebrated Salvete 2021: 27th Freshers Day on 30th November 2021 with Shri Rupin Sharma (IPS), DG Prisons, Homeguards, Civil Defence and SDRF, as the Special Guest.
Principal Dr. Hewasa L Khing, delivering the welcome address, maintained that the event was one of the most awaited affairs of the year since the pandemic hit in 2020 and warmly welcomed all the freshers and invitees. She also announced that more than 800 students from districts all over Nagaland and neighbouring states have joined Tetso College this year and expressed her excitement to see what the future holds for them.
Addressing the new students, she encouraged them to be focused and to prioritize their time well stating, “Time is a commodity and you will never have enough of it in this world.” She further encouraged the freshers to work hard and give their best in this new chapter of their life.
Shri Rupin Sharma (IPS), DG Prisons, Homeguards, Civil Defence and SDRF, in his keynote address, reminded the students to be more mindful of their surroundings. “By increasing your world view, you will get a broader view of things. This is when real change will come to Nagaland,” he added.
He encouraged them to develop a habit of questioning, adding that “discipline is not only about following orders blindly but also questioning the wrong.”
Rupin Sharma also cautioned the youngsters to abstain from intoxicants and encouraged them to always be in the company of good friends.
Discipline is not only about following orders blindly but also questioning the wrong. – Rupin Sharma (IPS)
Responding to a query from a student on cracking competitive exams, Rupin Sharma advised him to “realize your capabilities and limitations first and then focus on the former which will ultimately lead you to success in life.”
The event was hosted by Kulu Venuh of MA 3rd Semester and invocation led by Senchumlo Ngullie, EU Secretary, Tetso College Unit. Other highlights included a speech on behalf of the freshers by Verilu Zuo of Class 11 Arts and a special song titled ‘The Climb’ by Nokmachiba Lemtur of BA 5th Semester.
The informal session witnessed a host of events such as Mr. & Miss Fresher 2021, dance, songs, and other special performances.
