Imphal, Sept 26 NNN : The Manipur University Information Technology Festival, 2012 organised by the Department of Computer Science of the varsity which was held at the university\u2019s Centenary Hall commenced here today.
\nThe inaugural function was graced by Professor H.N.K. Sarma as chief guest while Professor Th. Ratankumar, Dean, Student\u2019s Welfare, MU and Professor R.K. Gartia, Dean of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, MU were the guest of honour and president respectively. The festival will be held upto September 28.
\nSpeaking on the occasion, Professor H.N.K. Sarma said that people have witnessed the rapid advancement of Information Technology which has been serving mankind in many purposes. He also said that there is a lack of sense of humanity and human perceptions on globalisation in the present society.
\n\u201c We should take full advantage of Information Technology as it can provide immense help in many fields. Human beings should control Information Technology, it is not that the technology itself should let control on people. Human development and Information Technology development should go hand in hand, \u201c opined Professor H.N.K. Sarma.
\nStressing on the need of information, Professor Th. Ratankumar stated that mankind has been benefiting from information technology and said that Information Technology is the surest means that will bring development in every society.
\nHe further said that Information Technology is a new concept and new information system in which one need to understand the growing trend.
\n\u201c Knowledge is a powerful asset which is provided by information. So Information Technology will remain an important part in the society. It is also true that Information Technology has negative impact too. For this, scientific temperament needs to be addressed intensively. One should note the time and place when using Information Technology \u201c, added Professor Th. Ratankumar.<\/p>\n\n