In an initiative aimed at fostering camaraderie, sportsmanship, and a vibrant campus culture, the Lumami Campus Sports Club (LCSC) of Nagaland University, Lumami, has commenced the live screening of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on a giant screen at the University Auditorium.
The live screening is open to all members of the university fraternity, including teaching and non-teaching staff, research scholars, students, and their family members residing on the Lumami campus. The screenings will continue throughout the tournament until the grand finale, offering the campus community a unique opportunity to experience the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026, which is recognised as the single largest sporting event on the planet, surpassing all others in global reach, cultural significance, and sheer viewership.
According to a University press release, the initiative has received the wholehearted support of Prof. Jagadish Kumar Patnaik, Vice-Chancellor of Nagaland University and Chief Patron of the Lumami Campus Sports Club, and Dr. Abemo, Registrar of the University and Patron of the Club. Both appreciated the efforts of the Club in promoting a healthy sporting culture and strengthening community engagement on the campus through this collective viewing experience.
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The Lumami Campus Sports Club expressed gratitude to the Chief Patron and Patron for their constant encouragement, logistical support, and administrative approval, which made the initiative possible.
Speaking on the occasion, Lanuzulu, President of the Lumami Campus Sports Club, said that the FIFA World Cup live screening serves as the kick-off event for the forthcoming LCSC Sports Meet 2026. He expressed confidence that the initiative would create a lively, energetic, and sports-loving atmosphere across the campus while encouraging greater participation in future sporting activities.
Lanuzulu also acknowledged the dedicated efforts of the organising committee members—Akala (General Secretary), Hukheto (Assistant General Secretary), Medo and Yanpo—whose commitment and teamwork have been instrumental in successfully organising the event.
With football enthusiasts gathering each match day, the initiative is expected to further strengthen the spirit of unity, friendship, and sportsmanship among the Nagaland University community, making the Lumami campus a vibrant destination for celebrating the beautiful game throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026.
It may be mentioned that ever since its inception on September 18, 2012 at the University’s headquarters Lumami, LCSC has been actively organising sports activities culminating with the yearly annual tournament.
