DIMAPUR, OCT 27 (NPN): St. Savio Higher Secondary School, Chumoukedima, kicked off its Annual Sports and Games Meet 2026 on Tuesday, with social worker, philanthropist and founder-chairman of RSON Heart for Poor People Trust, Dimapur, Dr. Roland Lotha, gracing the occasion as the special guest.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by invited guests, parents and members of the school community.
Addressing the gathering, Dr. Roland Lotha emphasised that sports were essential not only for winning championships but also for maintaining physical fitness and leading a healthy life. Drawing lessons from the Bible, he urged students to respect and obey their teachers, stating that teachers could guide students effectively when they received the trust and cooperation of their pupils. He also expressed appreciation for the school and its efforts.
Principal Reji Kuriakose delivered the principal’s address, following which Dr. Roland Lotha formally declared the Annual Sports Meet 2026 open. Njilo Kemp distributed the marathon prizes, while Varkey V. J. announced the march past results. Miss Temsurenla delivered the vote of thanks.
The Sir Mangalesh Memorial Trophy was presented to Pegasus House for winning the march past. The trophy was handed over by Lucy Lotha, wife of the late Sir Mangalesh.
The programme began with the unfurling of the school flag and the school anthem, followed by an invocation by Aboli. A trio performance by Liom, Lumjianliu and Tiakumla added to the occasion, while Merilo delivered the welcome address.
The sports torch relay, led by the marathon winners and school captains, culminated in the lighting of the cauldron by school 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.
The programme featured a drill display by students of Classes III and IV and an aerobic dance performance by Classes V and VI. Trophies were also presented to the marathon winners during the ceremony.
The ceremony concluded with a renewed emphasis on sportsmanship, discipline, physical well-being and the holistic development of students through sports and extracurricular activities.
