Manipur inaugurates AI-enabled career guidance hub in Imphal

Imphal: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh inaugurated an AI-enabled Career Intelligence Hub at Tamphasana Girls’ Higher Secondary School on Saturday, officials said. The hub, described as the Northeast’s first of its kind, was established under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS).

AI-driven hub for career guidance

The centre is intended to offer students technology-driven career guidance, personalised counselling and information on emerging professional opportunities. According to EastMojo, the initiative seeks to help learners understand their abilities, explore career options and prepare for changing professional demands as artificial intelligence reshapes various sectors. Singh noted that artificial intelligence is increasingly influencing different sectors and that the hub is designed to equip students with the knowledge to navigate such changes. He emphasized that the hub’s technology-driven approach would allow learners to receive guidance tailored to their individual strengths and interests.

Support and collaboration

The chief minister thanked Rajya Sabha MP Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi, the Education Department and the school’s faculty for supporting the project. He highlighted the role of the MPLADS funding in making the hub possible and underscored the collaboration between government bodies and the school. The Education Department’s involvement, as noted by officials, reflects the state’s broader push to integrate modern tools into the schooling system.

Remarks to students

Addressing the assembled students, Singh urged them to prioritise education and avoid involvement in agitations during periods of crisis. He called for dialogue as the preferred means of resolving differences and restoring peace in the state. The chief minister also stressed the importance of Classes XI and XII in shaping academic and professional futures, noting that honesty and humanity should remain guiding values. He reminded students that the transition from school to higher education or employment requires adaptability, and that the hub could serve as a resource for making informed decisions about future studies or career paths.

State-level science congress

Earlier on the same day, Singh inaugurated the state-level 32nd National Children’s Science Congress (NCSC) 2026-27, organised by the Manipur Upliftment Centre in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha, Manipur. The congress, held under the theme “Understanding Ecosystem for Health and Well-being”, showcased science projects from students across the state. A total of 39 student group leaders from schools in Manipur’s 12 districts were shortlisted for the event. The programme was attended by Rajya Sabha MP Adhikarimayum Sharda Devi, Education (Schools) Director Ng. Bhogendra Meitei, school principal Dr Vinita Devi Elangbam and other officials, teachers and students. Organisers highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary learning in addressing health and environmental challenges.

Emphasis on technology and inquiry

The dual inauguration reflects the state government’s focus on integrating modern technology with traditional education to enhance student outcomes across Manipur. By launching the AI-powered hub alongside a science congress centred on ecosystem health, officials aim to foster both technological proficiency and scientific curiosity among the youth.