The All-Manipur Gorkha Students’ Union (AMGSU) expressed strong dissatisfaction over the unfortunate incident that occurred on the first day of the Higher Secondary Examination (HSE) conducted by the Council of Higher Secondary Education Manipur. In a press release, AMGSU deeply regretted the inconvenience and distress caused during such a crucial academic examination, saying the examination period is a decisive stage in the academic journey of students, and any disruption or mismanagement severely affects their mental preparedness and overall performance. The union urged the concerned authorities to conduct a thorough inquiry into the matter and take necessary corrective measures to ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future.
At the same time, AMGSU appealed to all students to strictly adhere to the norms and guidelines laid down by the concerned authorities to maintain the fairness and integrity of the examinations. Students are expected to uphold discipline, follow examination rules sincerely, and cooperate fully at the examination centers. They must show due respect to teachers, invigilators, the Officer-in-Charge (OC), and all officials deployed at the examination venues, it said. Furthermore, as the Higher Secondary Examinations are ongoing and the Board Examinations are scheduled to commence from 23rd February, AMGSU appealed to all villages, local clubs, religious institutions, and event organizers to refrain from using loudspeakers and high-volume sound systems during this examination period. A peaceful and conducive environment is essential for students to concentrate and perform well, it said.
The union sought the cooperation and understanding of the public in maintaining silence, especially during study hours and examination days. AMGSU said it remains committed to safeguarding the academic interests of students while promoting discipline, mutual respect, transparency, and fairness in all academic matters. Mention may be made that on the first day of the examination, tension erupted at Wabagai Higher Secondary School examination center in Kakching district following reports that some students allegedly tore answer scripts, attendance sheets and admit cards and set them on fire.
