The Nagaland Para Games 2026 concluded with a closing ceremony held on 8 November at Sovima Stadium, Chümoukedima, on the theme “Beyond Barriers”.

The Games brought together para-athletes who competed across various indoor and outdoor sporting disciplines, showcasing their abilities, determination and sporting spirit while highlighting the importance of inclusion and equal opportunities in sports.

The Para Games featured competitions across the following disciplines: Blind Shot Put; Volleyball (Deaf);  100 Metre Race; High Jump (Deaf); Arm Wrestling (Blind and Deaf categories); 100 Metre Race (Blind category);  Badminton (Deaf); Carrom (Deaf);  and Chess (Deaf).

The closing ceremony was graced by Tongpang Jamir, Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Nagaland, as the Chief Guest.

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The programme began with an invocation prayer by Y Moilang Phom, followed by welcome and opening remarks from Kezheleno Angami, Member of the Nagaland Parasports Committee.

A special presentation titled One Moment in Time was performed by Lusina Katiry. Chief Guest, Tongpang Jamir, delivered the address, while the vote of thanks was proposed by Kaputo Shohe, Chairman of Nagaland State Mineral Development Corporation (NSMDC) and Co-Convenor, Paralympic Nagaland.

The Games marked an important step towards strengthening the para-sports movement in Nagaland and creating greater opportunities for athletes with disabilities.

Beyond the competitions, the event celebrated resilience, determination and the belief that sporting opportunities should be accessible to everyone.