The Nagaland Archery Association (NAA) successfully conducted the Khelo India – NTPC City Open Archery Tournament at the Archery Ground, IGS Kohima, on March 14, bringing together 64 talented archers from across the state to compete in multiple categories.

The event commenced with an opening ceremony chaired by Asalie Peseyie, Secretary, NAA. The program began with a prayer led by Vesuzolu Swuro, followed by a POSH and POCSO Awareness session delivered by Akumla Longchari, Advocate, Member, Nagaland State Commission for Protection of Child Rights, highlighting the importance of safeguarding children and creating a safe sporting environment.

In her presidential address, Chekrovolu Swuro, President of NAA, emphasized the significance of archery in Nagaland’s sporting culture and encouraged young athletes to pursue excellence and represent the state at national and international levels. The competition featured events in Compound, Recurve, and Indian Round categories for both men and women. After a day of spirited competition and impressive displays of skill and precision, the tournament concluded with a medal ceremony which was announced by Kaiyong, Joint Secretary, NAA, while the vote of thanks was delivered by Pretso Therie, Treasurer, NAA.

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Tournament Results:

Compound Men

Gold – Vehuyi Venuh

Silver – Vikhotso Kezieo

Bronze – Samanirmoa Walling

Compound Women

Gold – Lotsulu Sazo

Silver – Rovine Domeh

Bronze – Vetavolu Rhakho

Recurve Men

Gold – Keneisa-o

Silver – Vephuzo

Bronze – Nukuto

Recurve Women

Gold – Rovinuo

Silver – Kevikienu

Bronze – Edikunu

Indian Round Men

Gold – Zhokhoto Demo

Silver – Vedeta

Bronze – Rahu

Indian Round Women

Gold – Nciepzeule

Silver – Vekhrovolu

Bronze Pozolu

“The Nagaland Archery Association congratulated all winners and participants for their outstanding performance and sportsmanship. The association remains committed to promoting archery across the state and nurturing young talents who can represent Nagaland on larger sporting platforms,” stated the Association.