NIELIT Imphal (Deemed to be University) continued its 38^th Foundation Day celebration with a programme honouring meritorious students for academic excellence. The event was attended by dignitaries, faculty members, staff and students, and highlighted the institute’s role in education, skilling and emerging technologies.

In his welcome address, Dr. Yumnam Jayanta Singh, Executive Director, NIELIT Imphal, said the institute is running 11 university programmes with around 1,500 students, including nearly 600 students on campus. He added that about 25,000 learners undergo short-term and skill-oriented training every year in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Drone Technology and Automation. Highlighting the institute’s laboratories and technical capabilities, he said NIELIT Imphal has the manpower, infrastructure and space to support advanced skilling. He also expressed the need to develop facilities in areas such as semiconductor technology and electronics assembly so that students can design prototypes, support entrepreneurship and contribute to the growth of Manipur.

Guest of Honour Dr. Manish Arora, Sc-F & Registrar, NIELIT (Deemed to be University), congratulated the awardees and said that awards recognise hard work, discipline and excellence, but should be viewed as milestones rather than final destinations. He urged students to continue learning, set clear goals and develop character, leadership, creativity and a sense of social responsibility.

Guest of Honour Shri Somorjit Salam, IAS, Secretary, Information Technology, Government of Manipur, described Information Technology as the “new electricity” that will shape the future. He identified Big Data, Artificial Intelligence and Silicon Chips as key foundations of the current technological revolution and encouraged students to turn knowledge into practical applications and become contributors to the AI and IT ecosystem.

Chief Guest Shri Thongam Biswajit Singh, Hon’ble MLA, emphasized the importance of skill development, lifelong learning, discipline and practical knowledge in a rapidly changing digital world. He said education should go beyond theoretical knowledge and develop critical thinking, personal growth and social responsibility. Highlighting the role of teachers, he described them as mentors who impart not only academic knowledge but also wisdom for life, and encouraged students to remain curious and disciplined throughout their learning journey. Congratulating the meritorious awardees, he reminded them that lasting success depends on continuous effort, determination and the meaningful use of knowledge for society, Manipur and the nation.

A major highlight of the programme was the distribution of meritorious awards to students from MCA, M.Sc. IT, Diploma in Computer Science & Engineering, Diploma in Electronics & Communication Engineering, PGDCA, BCA and M.Tech. (Artificial Intelligence). First-position holders included Monexo Laitonjam, Salam Santosh Singh, Ngangbam Sarbani Devi, Thounaojam Avinash Singh, Brahmacharimayum Phalguni Sharma, Nishikanta Tongbram and Laishram Trinity.

The Special Award for Overall Highest Marks across all courses was conferred on Ms. Heisnam Bidyaluxmi Devi for 2025 and Mr. Monexo Laitonjam for 2026. The awards were presented by Mr. Maibam Lanchenba Singh, Executive Director, MCS Imphal Construction.

The programme concluded with a Vote of Thanks by L. Ithoi Chanu, Sc-D, NIELIT Imphal, who expressed gratitude to the Chief Guest, Guests of Honour, dignitaries, faculty members, staff, students, awardees and all those who contributed to the successful organisation of the programme.

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