Kohima: Nagaland’s advisor for School Education and SCERT, Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome, has urged the need to regulate the process of opening private schools in the state.
Speaking at the foundation stone-laying ceremony for Vision Hill School (formerly Radiant School) in Kohima, Yhome expressed concern over the proliferation of private institutions across the state, revealing that there are currently 1,939 private schools alongside 764 government schools, totaling 2,703 schools.
Yhome highlighted that while the government continues to receive numerous requests for permits to establish private schools, it is now working towards streamlining and regulating the process more effectively.
He stressed that opening a school should not be as simple as obtaining a trade license for a shop, noting that the previous leniency in granting permits has led to an uncontrolled increase in private schools, setting a problematic precedent.
Addressing the educational situation in Kohima, Yhome pointed out that while government schools such as TM School, Rüzhükhrie, and Neilhouzhü can accommodate some students in Class 11, they still fall short of meeting the demand for higher secondary education. He acknowledged the challenges faced by parents and students in securing admissions and expressed hope that the establishment of new schools would help alleviate these issues.
Reflecting on the legacy of Radiant School, which was founded by Vilhouzhalie and is now transitioning to Vision Hill School, Yhome praised the school’s resilience through hardships and triumphs. He expressed optimism that under its new management and location, the school would continue to thrive, adding that the experienced leadership in place would ensure its success.
In his keynote address, Kethosituo Mepfhüo, Chairman of the School Management Board, highlighted Dr. Yhome’s significant contributions to the development of local schools. Mepfhüo recounted the journey of Radiant School Phezoucha, which was established in 2008 as a community-based institution.
Over the years, the school faced financial difficulties, prompting a shift to a shareholders’ system to ensure its sustainability. The school is currently located in Meralieke but will soon move to its new location in Phezoucha.
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Mepfhüo also announced that the school plans to introduce a range of sports and extracurricular activities, as well as specialised facilities for children with disabilities. He emphasized the management’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment, with necessary infrastructure and support in place. In addition, the school will offer free admission to all interested students, along with bus and hostel facilities to accommodate students from various locations.
The event was chaired by Peter Vizo, Secretary of the School Managing Board, with a dedicatory prayer offered by ex-Chairman Kekuolhouthie Dzüvichü.
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