Nongstoin: “We should strive not only to educate but to give quality education” said Minister, Tourism, Water Resources, Metbah Lyngdoh at the 10th anniversary celebration of Seng Khasi Lower & Upper Primary School, Pyndengumiong, Mairang on Friday .
Speaking on the occasion, Lyngdoh lauded and encouraged the founders and teachers of the school for their willingness to help the underprivileged children of the area by giving them a chance at getting quality education like other children.
The minister also informed the gathering that efforts are on to bring forth the Meghalaya State Education Policy with the government engaging different stakeholders including educationists and institutions for the purpose, which will help in achieving quality education in schools in the rural areas of the state as a whole.
Lyngdoh, in conclusion, congratulated the School’s managing committee; teachers and students who have crossed the 10th year milestone and hoped that the school will achieve more success in the years to come.
The 10th anniversary celebration function of the Seng Khasi Lower & Upper Primary School, Pyndengumiong Mairang was held in the school campus in the presence of MLA Mawphlang SK Sunn as Guest of Honour, Mairang MDC EL Nongrang, Headmistress S Ryntathiang among others.
Other highlights of the day were dance performances and a song by the students and ex -students of the school.