Dimapur Govt. College bade a fond farewell to two of its most beloved and oldest serving faculty members, Mrs. Bendangmongla Ao ( Vice Principal) & Mrs. Chhanda Dutta (HoD, Dept. of Bengali),on the 1st of Sept., 2018 in an emotional function at the college premises.
The program, which was chaired by Dr. Maongsangba, Associate Professor, comprised of speeches, songs and even poetry from the Principal Ms. Kavili Jakhalu, faculty members, ministerial staff, a former colleague, alumni, student community and the retirees.
The common refrain that was heard from the speakers on the contribution of the two ladies was their sincerity and commitment to work coupled with amiable and adjustable dispositions. Calling them the pillars of the college who have worked hard to nurture the college from its youthful age to its maturity, many speakers equated them with mother figures.
Mrs Bendangmongla Ao was also feted for her honesty, consistency, team spirit and helpful nature Mrs Chhanda Dutta was appreciated for her energy, congeniality, love for students, healthy lifestyle and also for being an excellent ambassador for the Bengali community in Nagaland. Their uncommon contributions to the college were recalled fondly while good wishes for living happy retired lives were rendered.
Accompanied by their respective spouses, the ladies were gifted with many presents and they also reciprocated the gesture with parting gifts to the college teachers.
A special prayer for their lives was pronounced by Mrs. Rebainla, Associate Professor, which was followed by a photo session and a sumptuous lunch.
