St. Savio Higher Secondary School in Chümoukedima inaugurates its Annual Sports and Games Meet 2026.
DIMAPUR — St. Savio Higher Secondary School in Chümoukedima inaugurated its Annual Sports and Games Meet 2026 on Tuesday, with Dr. Roland Lotha, philanthropist and Founder-Chairman of RSON Heart for Poor People Trust, attending as the special guest.
According to an update, the sports torch relay, led by marathon winners and school captains, culminated in the lighting of the cauldron by Chairman Njilo Kemp.
The march-past by the four houses, Dragon, Griffin, Pegasus, and Phoenix, was followed by the sports oath-taking ceremony led by Sports Convenor Merentuba.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Roland Lotha pointed out that sports are essential not only for winning championships but also for maintaining physical fitness and enjoying a healthy life. Drawing a lesson from the Bible, he urged students to respect and obey their teachers, explaining that teachers can guide students effectively when they receive their students’ trust and cooperation.
Principal Reji Kuriakose delivered the principal’s address, after which Dr. Roland Lotha declared the meet open. The ceremony also included the marathon prize distribution by Njilo Kemp, the declaration of march-past winners by Varkey VJ, and a vote of thanks by Temsurenla.
The programme featured a drill display by classes 3 and 4 and an aerobic dance by classes 5 and 6. Trophies were presented to the marathon runners during the programme. The Sir Mangalesh Memorial Trophy was presented to Pegasus House, the march-past winner, by Lucy Lotha, wife of the late teacher Mangalesh.