In a move poised to reshape educational and athletic landscapes, Nagaland’s Chief Minister, Neiphiu Rio, has launched a series of transformative projects. On Wednesday, he virtually inaugurated nine new Lighthouse School Complexes (LSCs) and six sports facilities, marking a leap that is significant in developmental efforts. These projects are integral to the World Bank-backed Nagaland Education Project – The Lighthouse (NECTAR).

The LSCs will be constructed across nine districts, including Chumoukedima, Phek, Kiphire, and Dimapur, serving as academic sanctuaries for underprivileged communities. The comprehensive plan for all 16 institutions carries an estimated cost of Rs 198.57 crore.

During the event, Rio praised the Department of School Education and the NECTAR team for their work in uplifting the educational environment in Nagaland. He remarked, “These initiatives equip our students to engage competitively on broader platforms.” Acknowledgements were extended to the Union Ministry of Education and funding allies for their support.

Simultaneously, Rio unveiled six new sports and recreational venues, among them a wrestling facility in Dimapur and a mini stadium in Wokha.

These projects align with government efforts to foster sports and develop local talent. Rio conveyed via social media, “These amenities will support local talents and offer avenues for physical growth.”

Funding stems from central schemes, including the North Eastern Council and the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment. Such initiatives are set to rejuvenate local communities by providing essential educational and sporting infrastructures.

These developments place Nagaland on a path to bolster both educational frameworks and sports facilities, aligning with broader endeavours to enhance living standards and opportunities for its people.

(WITH PTI INPUTS)