Kohima, Jun 19 (PTI) The All Nagaland College Students’ Union (ANCSU) on Friday launched the first phase of its statewide agitation, observing ‘Black Friday’ across its affiliated colleges to protest the government’s failure to begin the construction of the long-pending 100-bed girls’ hostel at Kohima Science College (Autonomous), Jotsoma.
The agitation follows the expiry of an ultimatum served by the students’ body to the authorities. ANCSU alleged that despite repeated representations and appeals, the government had failed to take any concrete action on the issue.
As part of the protest, black flags were hoisted at affiliated colleges across Nagaland to symbolise what the union described as the government’s “continued indifference” towards a crucial educational infrastructure project affecting the welfare, safety and academic prospects of female students.
In a statement, ANCSU said the widespread participation of its affiliated and associate units reflected collective resentment of the student community over the delay in implementing the hostel project.
The students’ body reiterated that its demand for the immediate construction and completion of the 100-bed girls’ hostel was “non-negotiable” and accused the government of forcing students to resort to democratic forms of protest through prolonged inaction.
Warning of an escalation of the agitation, ANCSU said responsibility for any further developments would rest with the authorities concerned if the issue remains unresolved.
The students’ body demanded immediate and concrete action from the state government and directed its affiliated units to remain prepared for the next phase of agitation.
It said a massive statewide protest rally would be launched in the coming days if its demand continues to be ignored. PTI NBS NBS ACD
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