The fourth day of the 67th Kohima Village Sports Association (KVSA) Meet 2026 was marked by thrilling contests and exceptional athletic displays across multiple venues in Kohima, as competitors continued to raise the bar with record-breaking performances.
Athletics once again emerged as the highlight of the day, with several meet records falling in quick succession. Neiketoulie Belho delivered a standout performance in the men’s 100-metre sprint, establishing a new meet record. The women’s 800-metre race witnessed an extraordinary display of depth and competitiveness, as all three medallists surpassed the previous meet record. Adding to the list of achievements, Ruokuosanuo Sachü set a new meet record in the high jump, while Lhouvisalie Mere and Kevise Belho broke existing records on their way to winning gold and silver respectively.
The momentum continued in relay events, where the T Khel mixed 4×400-metre relay team clocked an impressive 3:49:05 minutes to set a new meet record.
Team sports further enhanced the excitement of the day. Basketball and badminton matches were fiercely contested, showcasing speed, endurance, and tactical discipline. The men’s basketball fixtures, involving teams from the four khels, were particularly intense, with narrow margins separating the sides and underscoring the high standard of competition on display.
As the meet progressed, the race for individual honours intensified. In the men’s category, Neiketoulie Belho maintained his dominant form, remaining unbeaten with three gold medals and one silver, along with two new meet records, placing him firmly at the forefront of the competition. The women’s category remained closely contested, especially between sisters Rüduolhounuo Belho and Meneno Belho. Rüduolhounuo claimed two gold medals and one silver, while Meneno secured two gold medals, setting the stage for a gripping contest for the individual title.
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The championship also stood out for its strong family participation, lending a warm and community-oriented spirit to the event. In the men’s 1500-metre race, three brothers from P. Khel competed, with Lhouvisalie Mere clinching gold and Thepfudilhou Mere earning bronze, while Kezhakhrietuo Mere put in a commendable performance despite narrowly missing a podium finish. Family representation was further highlighted in badminton, where Ruovuokhrielie Pienyü competed alongside his daughter Neiserienuo Pienyü. From L. Khel, Kevirülie Dzüvichü and his daughters, Niepusi Dzüvichü and Kesinuo, participated in table tennis events, reflecting the strong intergenerational presence throughout the meet.
Meanwhile, the medal tally as of 6:05 pm on January 13 saw Tsütuonuomia leading the standings with 13 gold, 10 silver, and seven bronze medals, amassing a total of 30 medals. Daphütsumia followed with five gold, four silver, and six bronze medals for a total of 15. Lhisemia secured 11 medals with two gold, six silver, and three bronze, while Pfuchatsumia recorded seven medals comprising two gold, two silver, and three bronze. Overall, 63 medals had been awarded, including 22 gold, 22 silver, and 19 bronze.
With several events still to come, the 67th KVSA Meet 2026 continues to exemplify athletic excellence, competitive spirit, and strong community participation, uniting generations through sport.
