Correspondent
Kisama, December 4
Vezhopo Chuzo S/o Tsoveyi Chuzo of Phusachodu Village under Phek District of Chakhesang community, weighing 77 Kgs today emerged as the champion of the 7th Hornbill Naga Wrestling Championship held at Kisama as part of the Hornbill Festival of Nagaland.
Khruzoto Tetseo, Kedizin, PS Kholourai Poumai stood as 2nd, 3rd and 4th position and pocketed a sum of 40,000/-, 20,000/- and 10,000/- respectively along with citations.Altogether 35 wrestelrs vied for the coveted title.
The day’s mega event was graced by Sovenyi, President Chakhesang Public Organization (CPO) as the chief guest while, Maheshwar Rath, Regional Head, Guwahati, Vijaya Bank as the guest of honour.
Earlier, Rev. Fr. Jerome Veigas SJ, Finance Officer, Kohima Jesuit Region, invokes God’s blessings, NWA President, Neikhrolo Khalo delivered introductory and welcome note, the function was enlightened by the special traditional melodious songs presented by Tetseo Sisters, NWA General Secretary Rangsam Hau administered oath taking, NWA vice president Neivikuolie Khatsu proposed vote of thanks while awards were being giving away by the guest of honour Maheshwar Rath.
