Lirmen Village: Landslide damages classrooms in Noklangsangba GHS; AKM calls for immediate intervention

Mokokchung, 4 September (MTNews): A devastating landslide took place in Lirmen village of Mokokchung district on 27 August 2023, severely damaging the Noklangsangba GHS building. According to Ao Kaketshir Mungdang (AKM), the apex body of Ao Naga students, the collapsed building housed classrooms for grades 9 and 10.

The AKM, through a press release signed by AKM President Lanutoshi Aier and General Secretary Satemmongba, informed that the school administration, in response, has temporarily relocated their classrooms to the assembly hall. However, they noted that it is far from an ideal learning environment, although they lauded the efforts of the administration.

In this regard, the AKM has written a letter to the Principal Director of School Education, Nagaland, appealing for immediate intervention as the natural disaster has disrupted regular classes.

“The assembly hall lacks the necessary infrastructure and facilities required for effective teaching and learning, further jeopardizing the academic progress of our students,” the AKM noted.

Therefore, the student body implored the education department to assess the extent of damage to the school building promptly and expedite necessary repairs or reconstruction to ensure a safe and conducive learning environment for students.

It also asked the authority to provide interim solutions to mitigate the academic disruptions faced by students and allocate resources and support to facilitate the smooth continuation of classes.

The AKM, while acknowledging the challenges faced by the education department and the government, earnestly urged the Principal Director of School Education, Nagaland, to take immediate action in addressing the critical issue.

“Noklangsangba Govt High School Lirmen has a rich legacy of nurturing talents and producing responsible citizens, and we hope that this legacy continues without interruption,” the AKM added.