SHILLONG: The Meghalaya Government College of Nursing (MGCON), Civil Hospital, Shillong, marked a significant milestone with its first Lamp Lighting and Oath-Taking Ceremony for the inaugural batch of B.Sc. Nursing students.
The event, held at the college auditorium, celebrated the advancement of nursing education in the state.
Dr. L. Mylliemumlong, Director of Health Services (Medical Institutions)-II, congratulated students, faculty, and staff on the successful launch of the college’s first academic session and lauded the efforts involved in establishing the institution.
Highlighting the noble nature of nursing, Dr. Mylliemumlong urged students to serve with dedication, compassion, and integrity, and to continuously upgrade their skills in line with medical advancements.
She emphasized the importance of the Lamp Lighting Ceremony as a tribute to Florence Nightingale and the values of selfless service.
Dr. Mylliemumlong encouraged faculty to maintain high academic standards and expressed hope for the college’s future growth, including the possibility of postgraduate programs.
Principal Smt. D.H. Langba reported that the college currently has eight faculty members and hostel facilities for both female and male students.
She clarified that there is no compulsory service bond for government employment upon course completion.
A student representative thanked the state government for the institution’s affordable fee structure, which broadens access to nursing education, and expressed confidence in the quality of teaching and facilities.
(4FrontMedia news)
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