The Kohima District Inter-Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) and Government High School (GHS) tournament was held on March 17 at D. Khel Kohima Village Ground with Dr. Ketshukietuo Dzüvichü, PS to Advisor for School Education and SCERT Nagaland, gracing the inaugural program as special guest.
A total of 17 GHSS / GHS and around 200 students participated in the event, wherein the first position will represent Kohima district team in the inter- district tournament from March 24-26 at Medziphema.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Dzüvichü highlighted the critical role of education in fostering individual growth, economic development, and social progress. He emphasized that while education is vital, the rising competition in academics and employment demands a shift in mindset among students.
Citing statistics, Dr. Dzüvichü noted that Nagaland’s population stood at 19,78,502 as per the 2011 Census, with a literacy rate of 79.55%. As of March 31, 2021, the state government employed 1,23,182 people, accounting for 6.22% of the total population.
However, with 92,302 educated unemployed youth registered in Nagaland as of January 2022, the highest in the country. He urged intellectuals to explore alternative career paths for the younger generation beyond government jobs.
He stressed the need to tap into the hidden potential of youth and connect them with available state resources for productive employment.
Dr. Dzüvichü categorized sports into three areas: as a hobby, as a profession, and as a means to maintain a healthy lifestyle. He also reminded the participants that in sports, whether you win or lose, always respect their opponent, play fair, and be kind.
Earlier, the programme was led by DEO Kohima Emilo Patton, and invocation prayer was offered by vice- principal Dr. N. Kire GHSS Rose Chishi Kenye. A special song was presented by students of Dr. N.Kire GHSS. While ‘Oath Taking’ was administered by Neilazetuo, PET, Dr. N. Kire GHSS.
List of Winners
*100 M Dash
Boys: Avizha Zhale, Dr N Kire GHSS
Girls: Medovinuo, RGHSS
*200 M Race
Boys: Avizha Zhale, Dr N Kire GHSS
Girls: Pezangunuo Hojha, GHS Kiruphema
- 800 M Race
Girls: Sahuli, RGHSS - 1500 M Race
Boys: Ketouselie, TM GHSS - Long Jump
Boys: Vito, GHS Chandmari
Girls: Thükrütolü, TM GHSS - Shot put
Boys: Johnny Konyak, GHS Chandmari
Girls: Tosovinü Sothu, John GHSS Viswema - Discuss Throw
Boys: Sedenei Nakhro
Girls: Neivotono Vielie, GHS Kiruphema - Javelin Throw
Boys: Johnny Konyak
Girls: Kekhrievino, GHS Kiruphema - Sepak Takraw
Boys: John GHSS Viswema
Girls: John GHSS Viswema