TURA: Loyola College of Williamnagar is leading by example in its efforts to reduce the carbon footprint and encourage clean and green energy by tapping the solar potential for use in its vast campus in the district headquarters of East Garo Hills.
A solar power unit with a capacity to provide 10 KV of electricity has been powering the main academic block of the college since the beginning of this year.
The solar unit was donated to support the academic endeavours of the college by local MLA and Social Welfare Minister Deborah C. Marak who officially inaugurated it this week in the presence of College Principal Fr. Sunny Augustine, SJ, and East Garo Hills Deputy Commissioner Cyril Diengdoh.
Stressing on the importance of quality education in Garo Hills, Deborah said it is the key to development in Garo Hills and added that discipline and hard work would play a significant role in shaping a bright future for the students. She was firm in making her commitment that she would support the cause of education of students at any cost.
Earlier, Fr. Augustine explained that this was not just a simple gift to the college, but a firm and practical investment in the future of the college.
The solar power generation unit provides a renewable, sustainable and perpetually free source of energy, and furthermore, will be used to provide enough power to supply the planned computer science department which will take shape over the coming years, he added.
The deputy commissioner spoke of the solar power generation unit, a unique gift of the minister.
“The unit is quite literally, as well as metaphorically, providing generations of students with a brighter future and the Garo Hills with better educational facilities than ever before,” said Diengdoh.
The day’s events began with the unveiling of a plaque in commemoration of the event and the kind gift. To celebrate and give thanks for this investment, the students put on a programme of songs and dances, both modern and traditional, including a Wangala dance.
