- TM Government Higher Secondary School celebrated World Youth Skills Day 2026 by organizing a student skill exhibition that showcased the creativity, innovation, and practical competencies of its students.
- The exhibition featured a diverse range of student-developed projects, including a Sunlight Sensor Street Light, Automatic Room Light Controller, Earthquake Detector, Biogas Plant, Drip Irrigation System, Buzz Wire Game, Vegetable Chopper, agricultural nursery displays, renewable energy models, electrical products, and homemade cookies.
- World Youth Skills Day is observed annually on 15 July to celebrate the strategic importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship.
- Nagaland observed World Youth Skills Day 2026 with programmes promoting skills, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
- The event in Kohima highlighted youth skill development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and vocational education.
- The principal of TM Government Higher Secondary School, Kelhikha Kenye, emphasized the importance of vocational education in equipping students with employable skills, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting lifelong learning.
TM Government Higher Secondary School in Kohima marked World Youth Skills Day 2026 on July 10 with a vibrant skill exhibition, showcasing student projects that included a Sunlight Sensor Street Light and a Biogas Plant.13
The event highlighted the importance of vocational education in equipping students with essential skills for the job market. Principal Kelhikha Kenye emphasized the need for employable skills and fostering entrepreneurship among youth.6
The exhibition featured a variety of innovative projects, such as an Automatic Room Light Controller, Earthquake Detector, Drip Irrigation System, and even homemade cookies. This initiative aligns with the broader goal of preparing students for real-world challenges and enhancing their practical competencies.
The event was attended by senior officials from various educational bodies, including SCERT and the Directorate of School Education, underscoring the collaborative effort to promote skill development in Nagaland. World Youth Skills Day is celebrated annually on July 15 to recognize the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment and entrepreneurship.
“The event highlighted the importance of vocational education, with over 3,500 youths trained since last October, and 1,000 securing jobs or becoming self-employed. Senior officials from various educational bodies attended, emphasizing the need for skills in a rapidly changing job market.”
