The Kohima Law College Students’ Union held its 45th Annual Freshers’ Meet on September 13, 2024, at the Red Cross Conference Hall, PR Hill, Kohima. TN Mannen, IAS (Retd), Advisor for Law & Justice and Land Revenue, Government of Nagaland, attended the event as the special guest.
In his speech, the Advisor remarked that without law, society would be chaotic. He also stated that respect for the law is lacking in Naga society, and it is the responsibility of law students to raise awareness about its importance.
Since law school is a professional formative journey, he encouraged the students to stay focused on building a strong foundation in core subjects such as contracts, torts, and constitutional law. He advised them to explore legal journals, articles, and online resources to broaden their knowledge, and to collaborate with peers to discuss topics, share insights, and learn from each other.
He also urged students to seek guidance from professors, mentors, or peers and to stay updated on legal news by following legal developments, judgments, and current events. Additionally, he encouraged them to participate in moot courts, debates, and legal aid clinics to develop practical skills.
The Advisor emphasized the importance of building relationships by connecting with peers, professors, and legal professionals to create a strong network.
“Do not try to become a mediocre law graduate but stay focussed and strive to be the best among your peers through healthy competition because there is always room at the top for the hard workers,” he concluded.