Baptist College, Kohima, organised its College Sports Meet 2026 from 21st to 23rd October, 2026 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 ceremony was held on 21st October 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the college campus, Kohima. The programme was chaired by Mr. Seyiesilie Vüprü, Convenor of the Student Council, and began with the hoisting of the flag and the singing of the College Anthem. Mr. Tamreimung Chüsi, Chaplain of Baptist College, Kohima, invoked God’s blessings, followed by the welcome address delivered by Mr. Thrunso K, President of the Student Council. Ms. Imlikala Ozüküm presented a special song.
The Principal, Dr. Kekuchol Pusa, delivered a note on the event, highlighting the importance of sports in fostering discipline, perseverance, teamwork, and the holistic development of students. The event was graced by Col. Mandeep Virdi, Commanding Officer of the 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 opening ceremony concluded with the oath-taking and torch-lighting ceremony, symbolising the
spirit of fair play, unity, and commitment throughout the meet.
Students were divided into four teams—Shilloi, Dzükou, Japfü and Saramati—to compete in various sporting events. Japfü team emerged as the champion of the Sports Meet, 2026.
The closing ceremony was held on 23rd October 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima. The programme was chaired by Ms. Kenlumngausilie, Finance Secretary of the Student Council. Dr. Kewepfuzu Lohe, Vice-Principal of Baptist College, Sechü Campus, delivered the exhortation and officiated the kick-off of the final match. The programme also highlighted the distribution of prizes to recognise the achievements and performances of the participants by Mr. Temsulong Walling, Games and Sports Secretary, Student Council, Baptist College,while Mr. Ketuosilie Miasalhou, Assistant Games and Sports Secretary, delivered the vote of thanks. The meet concluded with the closing prayer led by Ms. Longsemnaro Jamir, Prayer Secretary of the Student Council.
The College Sports Meet 2026 provided a valuable platform for students to showcase their sporting abilities, develop team spirit, and build bonding beyond the classroom. It also reinforced the college’s commitment to the all-round development of students by promoting physical well-being, leadership, discipline, and mutual respect.
