Nagaland guv bats for more youths in humanitarian service
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Dimapur:
Nagaland governor
and president of the
Indian Red Cross Society
, Nagaland state branch, La Ganesan, on Thursday called for collective compassion and increased
youth involvement in humanitarian service
.Speaking as the honoured guest at a program at the Red Cross complex in Kohima to commemorate
World Red Cross Day
, Ganesan praised the tireless efforts of Red Cross volunteers and staff."Your
work is not merely a duty; it is a testament to the power of collective compassion," he said, adding that Red Cross members in Nagaland have remained a beacon of hope even in the most isolated and challenging terrains.In a special appeal to the youth of Nagaland, Ganesan encouraged them to join the noble mission of service. "You are not just the leaders of tomorrow; you are the change-makers of today.
The challenges of our time—climate change, health crises, and social inequity—require your energy and idealism," he stated.He also stressed the importance of nurturing empathy from a young age by instilling values of compassion and service at home and in schools.
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