Correspondent
KOHIMA/DIMAPUR, NOV 3 (NPN): Students from Kohima and Mon districts showcased their debating, public speaking and leadership skills at separate youth parliament competitions organised to promote democratic values and civic engagement among young people.
In Kohima, Rüzhükhrie Government Higher Secondary School emerged as the winner of the District-Level Youth Parliament and Parliamentary Quiz Competition 2026 held at TM Government Higher Secondary School (TMGHSS) on Tuesday.
Organised by the Department of Parliamentary Affairs, Nagaland, the competition witnessed participation from five schools across the district.
During the introductory session, TMGHSS principal and Kohima district coordinator, Kelhikha Kenye, highlighted the objectives of the Youth Parliament and Parliamentary Quiz Competition, stating that the initiative aimed to promote civic education, democratic values and youth empowerment. He informed that the competition was being conducted at district, state and national levels to strengthen democratic foundations and foster greater understanding of India’s parliamentary democracy and constitutional values.
Kenye also emphasised the importance of discipline, tolerance and respect for parliamentary decorum, while encouraging students to appreciate differing viewpoints in keeping with democratic principles. He urged participants to actively engage in nation-building and develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
The competition was conducted by quiz masters Neito Dzuvichu and Mhasikholie Sachu.
The winning team from Rüzhükhrie Government Higher Secondary School comprised Keneirienuo Kense, Junda Chugho and Neisasielie Kuotsu of Class XI Arts.
TMGHSS secured second position through Thangsoi L, Ngapjao Konyak and Yalo N. Konyak, while Dr. Neilhouzhü Kire Government Higher Secondary School finished third with Chillia S., Anulu Veswuh and Videvonuo Keyiencu.
The winning team will represent Kohima district at the state-level competition. The trophies were presented by TMGHSS vice-principal, Khriezosietuo Suohu.
Meanwhile, in Mon district, Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, organised the district-level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2027 in collaboration with the Yuching Students’ Union (YSU) at Yuching on October 31.
The event, organised under the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027, featured a speech competition on the theme, “One Nation, One Election.”
Addressing the gathering, District Youth Officer, MY Bharat, Mon, Rahul Sutliya, said the programme was aimed at helping young citizens build confidence, articulate their ideas and become informed participants in the democratic process.
He also highlighted the vision of MY Bharat to empower youth through experiential learning, volunteering, leadership development and active participation in nation-building. The competition was judged by H. Chingshei Konyak, C. Yapho and B.T. Tomwang.
Following the evaluation, Ethiel Wangsa secured first place, while Ngapyuh and E. Ngunyei Konyak stood second and third respectively.
The top three winners will advance to the state-level championship, with an opportunity to qualify for the national round of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue scheduled for January 2027.
The programme was chaired by Langwang, while the invocation and benediction were delivered by Henyei, pastor, and Khaplem, Associate Pastor (Women), respectively.