First Inter-Departmental Sports Meet of Chiephobozou Sub-Division held

DIMAPUR — The first Inter-Departmental Sports Meet of Chiephobozou Sub-Division was held on November 7 at the NAPO Multipurpose Hall, Chiephobozou, Kohima.

The results of the events were:

Tug of War (Men) – Rural Development Department and NAP and IR bagged the first and second prizes, respectively;

Tug of War (Women) – Medical Department and Other Allied Department secured the first and second prizes, respectively;

Futsal Football – NAP and IRB and Police, Fire and Emergency Service were judged first and second, respectively; Badminton (Men’s Doubles) – Education Department was declared the champion.

Addressing the inaugural function as the guest of honour, Director of Youth Resources and Sports Kethosituo Sekhose appreciated the heads of offices led by the ADC Chiephobozou for their efforts in organising the tournament.

According to a DIPR report, he commended them for encouraging the citizens under Chiephobozou Sub-Division, providing a platform to showcase their talents, and promoting physical fitness. He further urged the citizens to take up sports not merely as a hobby but as a profession.

Sekhose mentioned that under the leadership of Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio and Advisor for Youth Resources and Sports S Keoshu Yimkhiung, the government has been working to improve the sports scenario in the state.

He highlighted that, under the initiative of the chief minister and with the support of the Nagaland Olympic Association and the Department of Youth Resources and Sports, the Nagaland Football Association successfully organised the Nagaland Super League, which broke several records among other states in terms of the highest prize money and has helped inculcate a sports culture among the youth.

He also informed that a proposal for a special sports complex has been submitted to the government of India.

During the closing ceremony, Deputy Commissioner of Kohima B Henok Buchem, who attended the occasion as the special guest, encouraged the participants to carry forward the same team spirit into their respective offices. He further urged all officials to serve the people with sincerity and dedication, adhering to their assigned duties and responsibilities.

ADC Chiephobozou, Alemyapang Longchar, in his short address, stated that the main objective of the sports meet was to foster understanding, cooperation, and coordination among all government employees serving under Chiephobozou Sub-Division.

He thanked the Department of Youth Resources and Sports for providing the futsal ground and requested the department to provide a badminton court at Chiephobozou for badminton enthusiasts.