Bailey Baptist College in Wokha, and others in Tuensang, and Chümoukedima organise festivals, cultural contests, and outreach visits.
WOKHA/DIMAPUR — Multiple educational institutions across Wokha, Tuensang, and Chümoukedima organised annual festivals, cultural events, and mental health outreach programmes.
Bailey Baptist College: Bailey Baptist College commenced its week-long annual fest, Milange: Whoop de Do Week 2026, on Monday at the college campus in Wokha, bringing together students from various educational institutions for a series of sports, cultural, and creative activities.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Wokha K Mhathung Tsanglao attended the inaugural programme as the special guest, while Yanrenthung Humtsoe, President of the Wokha District Sports Association and Chairman of MSME (PCI), attended as the guest of honour.
The event was formally launched by the DC with a ceremonial bowl.
Addressing the gathering, Humtsoe encouraged students to actively participate in at least one activity during the week-long programme, describing it as an opportunity to discover new interests, explore hidden talents, and develop their personalities.
Tsanglao highlighted the importance of discipline, punctuality, respect for teachers, and teamwork, while encouraging students to identify and nurture their individual talents. Stating that education should contribute to the making of better human beings, he urged students to remain receptive to guidance, observe their surroundings, and cultivate the habit of learning something new every day. He also congratulated the organisers for creating a platform that brings together students from different institutions.
The week-long celebration will feature sporting events, singing competitions, and other recreational programmes at the college campus.
Sao Chang College: Sao Chang College in Tuensang held its first college festival, Lumina Fest 2026, on October 8 and 9 at the college campus. The festival featured literary, artistic, and cultural competitions, student-run stalls, and an art and handicraft exhibition.
The first day featured poetry slam, extempore speech, and short film competitions, followed by solo song and group song competitions after lunch. The second day, October 9, was chaired by Mughapu Sumi, a third-semester student from the Department of History, featuring solo dance, drama, cosplay, group dance, and an upcycled fashion show.
A special presentation was held to mark the institution of the Dr. Chandrika Singh Excellence Award, established in honour of Dr. Chandrika Singh, former Vice Principal of Sao Chang College. The award was instituted by Dr. Santosh Singh and Dr. Nirmala Singh to recognise and encourage academic excellence among students of the Department of English.
Principal Dr. Lanurenla formally presented the award to the benefactors in recognition of their initiative.
Mount Mary College: The Department of Psychology at Mount Mary College and Higher Secondary School, Chümoukedima, organised visits to El Shaddai Children Home and Shalom Rehabilitation Centre on October 10.
At El Shaddai Children Home, an awareness programme was conducted alongside interactive activities encouraging children to express their feelings, share thoughts, and recognise the importance of emotional well-being.
At Shalom Rehabilitation Centre, students learned about the centre’s history, mission, and daily functioning through a briefing by staff, followed by an interactive session where residents shared experiences of addiction and recovery.
Norman Putsure College: The Northeast Cultural Festival was held on October 9 at Norman Putsure College, Chümoukedima, organised in collaboration with Young Indians and the Directorate of Youth Resources and Sports.
The festival brought together students from schools and colleges across Kohima, Dimapur, and Assam.
Competitions included a spelling bee, debate, a quiz, and the annual hide-and-seek competition.