Attending the 80th Anniversary of Nainativu Maha Vidyalayam today (30.10.2026) as the Chief Guest, the Governor of the Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan unveiled the commemorative monument and released the special souvenir ‘Kalyani’. Addressing the event presided over by the Principal Thillainathan Nitharsanan, the Governor appreciated the school’s educational services spanning 80 years amidst various challenges in the island region, and warmly praised the Principal’s humble leadership quality in taking personal responsibility for shortcomings.
Addressing the students, the Governor remarked that leadership involves taking responsibility, possessing empathy, and helping others, rather than just exercising power. Furthermore, he advised them to verify information found on the internet before believing it, and urged them to remain cautious against drug and alcohol addiction. He also highlighted that current educational reforms aim to move beyond rote learning to foster critical thinking, creativity, and social responsibility.
The event featured cultural performances by the students, including the ‘Panchali Sabatham’ Koothu. Spiritual leaders, professors from the University of Jaffna, officials from the education department, former principals, and teachers were among those who attended the function.
