Baptist College conducts Sports Meet 2026

Kohima, October 25 (MExN): Baptist College, Kohima, organised its College Sports Meet 2026 from October 21 to 23 under the theme “Empower, Compete, Excel.” The three-day event aimed to encourage physical fitness, teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and healthy competition among students.The opening day was graced by Col. Mandeep Virdi, Commanding Officer, 1 Nagaland Battalion, NCC as the Guest Speaker who spoke on the theme, “Empower, Compete, Excel,” and emphasised on the significance of empowering students to participate actively, compete with integrity, and strive for excellence.She also initiated the Raising Day for the NCC unit in the College.The programme was chaired by Seyiesilie Vüprü, Convenor of the Student Council while welcome address was delivered by Thrunso K, President of the Student Council. Dr. Kekuchol Pusa, Principal of the college highlighted the importance of sports in fostering discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and the holistic development of students.During the sports meet, students were divided into four teams-Shilloi, Dzükou, Japfü and Saramati wherein Japfü team emerged as the champion. The closing ceremony was held on October 23 at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima.The programme was chaired by Kenlumngausilie, Finance Secretary of the Student Council while Dr. Kewepfuzu Lohe, Vice-Principal of Baptist College, Sechü Campus officiated the kick-off of the final match. Prize distribution was led by Temsulong Walling, Games & Sports Secretary, Student Council, Baptist College while Ketuosilie Miasalhou, Assistant Games & Sports Secretary, proposed vote of thanks.