GEYZING,:
The two-day education fest organised by Singpheng government primary school
concluded on Tuesday.
The
concluding day had area MLA and minister Bhim Hang Subba along with other
dignitaries.
The
fest aimed to promote the school and encourage students to participate in
educational, scholastic and sporting activities. Guardians and locals of
Singpheng actively contributed to the event, which also served as a platform to
sensitize the locals on the issue of dwindling student enrollment in government
schools, the need for local support and a sense of ownership for the growth and
development of government-run educational institutions.
School
headmaster Phigu Tshering Bhutia shared that the fest was organized to ensure
participation of students in educational activities, blending academic and
practical learning. He emphasized the school’s commitment to providing quality
education and enhancing student enrollment, while appealing for continued
support and faith from the local community.
Bhutia
expressed gratitude for the appreciation received from the public, social
entities and the Education department, and announced plans to make the fest an
annual event.
Education
assistant director Rajen Tamang, lauded the initiative, calling it progressive
and vital for fostering a positive educational atmosphere among students,
teachers and parents. He expressed concern over the closure of several primary
schools in the State due to low enrollment, stressing the importance of local
faith and support in sustaining government-run institutions.
In
his address, minister Bhim Hang Subba commended Singpheng primary school for
organizing the educational fest, describing it as a meaningful and productive
initiative. He highlighted the importance of such events in nurturing students’
skills and instilling a sense of competitiveness, ultimately paving the way for
brighter futures.
Subba
also discussed the State government’s efforts to improve the education sector
and shared both infrastructural development and other measures aimed at
holistic growth. While acknowledging the concern over school closures due to
low enrollment, he stated that merging smaller institutions with nearby schools
was a practical solution to address financial and administrative challenges. He
assured that affected students would be accommodated in nearby schools to
ensure continued education.