The Kohima District Inter-Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) and Government High School (GHS) Tournament on March 17 at D. Khel Kohima Village Ground.

According to an update from the management committee, Dr. Ketshukietuo Dzüvichü, PS to the Advisor for School Education and SCERT Nagaland, graced the inaugural program as the special guest. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the critical role of education in fostering individual growth, economic development, and social progress.

He emphasized that while education is vital, the rising competition in academics and employment demands a shift in mindset among students.

Citing statistics, Dr. Dzüvichü noted that Nagaland’s population stood at 19,78,502 as per the 2011 Census, with a literacy rate of 79.55%. As of March 31, 2021, the state government employed 1,23,182 people, accounting for 6.22% of the total population. However, with 92,302 educated unemployed youth registered in Nagaland as of January 2022—the highest in the country—he urged intellectuals to explore alternative career paths for the younger generation beyond government jobs.

He stressed the need to tap into the hidden potential of youth and connect them with available state resources for productive employment.

While acknowledging the limited provisions for sportspersons in government jobs and the education sector, he expressed optimism about the upcoming Nagaland School Education Sports Policy, spearheaded by Chief Minister Dr Neiphiu Rio and Advisor for School Education Dr. Kekhrielhoulie Yhome. He hoped the policy would motivate and uplift young athletes.

Dr. Dzüvichü categorized sports into three areas: as a hobby, as a profession, and as a means to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  He also reminded the participants that in sports, whether you win or lose, always respect their opponent, play fair, and be kind.

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The programme was led by Emilo Patton, DEO Kohima and she also delivered a welcome address, invocation prayer was offered by Rose Chishi Kenye, Vice- Principal Dr. N. Kire GHSS, a special was presented by Students of Dr. N.Kire GHSS. While ‘Oath Taking’ was administered by  Neilazetuo, PET, Dr. N. Kire GHSS.

A total of 17 GHSS / GHS participated, with about 200 students participants wherein the first position will represent Kohima district team in the inter- district tournament from March 24-26 at Medziphema.

List of Winners

*100 M Dash

Boys: Avizha Zhale, Dr N Kire GHSS

Girls: Medovinuo, RGHSS

*200 M Race

Boys: Avizha Zhale, Dr N Kire GHSS

Girls: Pezangunuo Hojha, GHS Kiruphema

• 800 M Race

Girls: Sahuli, RGHSS

• 1500 M Race

Boys: Ketouselie, TM GHSS

• Long Jump

Boys: Vito, GHS Chandmari

Girls: Thükrütolü, TM GHSS

• Shot put

Boys: Johnny Konyak, GHS Chandmari

Girls: Tosovinü Sothu, John GHSS Viswema

• Discuss Throw

Boys: Sedenei Nakhro

Girls: Neivotono Vielie, GHS Kiruphema

• Javelin Throw

Boys: Johnny Konyak

Girls: Kekhrievino, GHS Kiruphema

• Sepak Takraw

Boys: John GHSS Viswema

Girls: John GHSS Viswema