The Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme 2025, featuring the District-level Youth Parliament and Debate Competition, was held on August 6 at Kohima College, Kohima. The event was organised by the NSS Unit of Kohima College in collaboration with the District Youth Resources Office, Kohima, and the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS). It was sponsored by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
The programme brought together students from St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, Alder College, and Kohima College for a day of civic engagement, critical thinking, and democratic dialogue.
Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, Henok Buchem, NCS, in his address described it as both an honour and a privilege to be part of the event. He spoke about the transformative journey India is undergoing and noted that the vision of making India a developed nation by 2047 can only be achieved if every state, including Nagaland, contributes to that progress.
If Nagaland progresses, India progresses, he said, emphasizing that this collective growth depends on consistent innovation, social and intellectual development, and active youth participation.
Addressing the theme of the day, he described the Emergency of 1975 as a dark chapter in India’s democratic history and encouraged students to reflect on the importance of protecting democratic values.
Emphasizing the value of soft skills such as analytical thinking, communication, empathy, and leadership, he noted that such qualities begin to take shape through platforms like this. He also invited students interested in civil service to spend a day in his office to gain real-world insights into public administration.
In his welcome address, Principal of Kohima College, D. Vitsosie Vupru, warmly welcomed the participants and dignitaries, describing the event as a celebration of ideas and democratic engagement. He emphasized the important role of youth in shaping the future of the nation and encouraged participants to use the platform to express, challenge, and explore new perspectives.
The debate competition was held on the topic “Emergency Period in India,” with students presenting arguments from both the motion and opposition benches. The session was moderated by Assistant Professor in the Department of English, Kohima College, Dr. Limayangla Pongener.
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Following the debate, the Youth Parliament session featured a mock parliamentary discussion on the Emergency of 1975, where participants simulated legislative proceedings to demonstrate their grasp of parliamentary protocols and leadership in governance.
In the results, Vuruthong from St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, secured the first position in the debate competition, while Yukhase Jingru from Kohima College was awarded second place. In the Youth Parliament segment, Kajol Kumari from Alder College emerged as the winner, followed by Alika T Yeptho, also from Alder College, in second place, and Elvina Khangshou from St. Joseph’s College, Jakhama, in third place.
The panel of judges for both events comprised of Assistant Professor at Japfü Christian College, Medo Chale, Assistant Professor at Kohima College, Dr. Ketoukhrie-ü, and Vikhotuo Sekhose, an Entrepreneur. The programme was chaired by Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce, Zavikhoto Phinyo. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology, Kohima College. Khrieneikuo Zumu.
Mokokchung:
DC Mokokchung, Ajit Kumar Verma addressing during the Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme 2025 held at Jubilee Memorial College Hall, Aongza Ward, Mokokchung. (DIPR)
The Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme 2025 with the theme “Emergency Period in India” was held at the Jubilee Memorial College Hall, Aongza Ward, Mokokchung on August 6. It was organized by Nehru Yuva Kendra, National Service Scheme & Department of Political Science, JMC in collaboration with the District Youth Resource & Sports Office Mokokchung.
The event featured youth-centred competitions on youth parliament and debate.
Deputy Commissioner Mokokchung, Ajit Kumar Verma IAS, graced the programme as the Special Guest where he urged the students to be true leaders with the determination to fight the crisis and to lay the foundation for the future generations, highlighting the importance of the Indian constitution which he considered as the Apex Legal Document for the nation. He also encouraged the students to be curious enough to understand the entire structure of the political system, laws and the constitution. He stressed the value of fundamental rights and duties and the importance of diversity in shaping a strong nation.
The competition on Youth Parliament on the theme “Emergency Period in India” was won by Imlibenla , Nikili and Menangniba with first, second, and third positions respectively from Ruling Bench while Riya Dey, Longcha, Wapangtola from Opposition Bench won the first, second and third positions respectively. Debate competition on the theme “Emergency Period in India” was won by Sashikumzuk, Imnatula and Sentipongla in first, second and third positions respectively.
The programme was chaired by HoD & Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Chubaienla Imchen. Welcome speech was delivered by District Sports Officer Mokokchung, Zhopovi Zecho. Samuel, a student of BA 3rd Semester presented a special song. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by HoD & Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Bendangwabang.
