Nagaland: Kalen Zhimomi and Tongpang Chang crowned Mr. and Miss Chümoukedima 2025

DIMAPUR — Chümoukedima witnessed an evening of elegance as Kalen Zhimomi was crowned Miss Chümoukedima 2025, and Tongpang Chang took home the title of Mr. Chümoukedima 2025 at a dazzling ceremony held at Zone Niathu by the Park on Oct. 4.

An update issued on Monday informed that the competition celebrated not only beauty but also confidence, talent, and personality.

Susana Kinghen and Lydia Shohe were crowned 1st and 2nd runners-up respectively in the Miss category, while Viphresul Natso and Som Komal took the 1st and 2nd runners-up positions in the Mr. category.

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A total of 41 Contestants competed for the titles.

Presented by ROYALAOK in association with Vertex Kia, the event was proudly powered by KINWAN Tea, BN Sound, and Patel Rice Hotel. The celebration of beauty and charm was also supported by several key partners: Smile Partners: Braces & Implants Dental Centre and Dimapur Dental Centre; Trophy sponsor: Thejhut; Crown partner: Anix crown; Event sponsors: Lorence Kachari, Zigzag; Event partners: Oh Dimapur, Skyfly and Sentinaro; Fitness partner: Doubleton; Bouquet partner: Bloosm Saga; while the venue and hospitality partner was Zone Niathu by the park.

The update further informed that Koleno Design served as the official designer while the event’s visuals were captured by Dikhum Photography (official photographer) and Neikha Film (official videography). Makeup artists were Tooreechi Jane and I&J Saloon and sash was sponsored by Velulo SoHo.

All the winners received gift voucher by I&J saloon worth ₹15000/- and 1 year gym membership by Doubleton Gym.

The evening was judged by a distinguished panel including Sarah Na-am Konyak Medua (Secretary, BASN), Arinjay Jain (Proprietor, ROYALAOK), and Christy Tsanglao (Proprietor, Makeup by Christy Tsanglao).

Sanjeev Tamang, the official groomer and choreographer, ensured a high-caliber show, while Jojo Sangtam, Bashing Nyam, and Kilen Naro served as dedicated contestant managers, guiding participants through their pageant journey.

Mr. and Miss Chümoukedima 2025 was not just a contest—it was a celebration of identity, creativity, and confidence. As the newly crowned winners begin their reign, they are set to represent the vibrant spirit of Chümoukedima in various regional and national platforms.

The winners are said to represent the district at state-level pageants.