NOA organises Olympic Day Run in Kohima

The Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA) celebrated Olympic Day on June 23, with the successful organization of the Olympic Day Run under the global theme, “Move, Learn, Discover – Together for a Better World,” at Indira Gandhi Stadium, Kohima. The event aimed to promote fitness, friendship and the Olympic spirit among children.
The Olympic Day Run 2025 witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of 162 registered participants, children between the ages of 8 to 12 years—competing in a series of age-based races: 50 meters – 8–9 years, 80 meters – 9–10 years, 80 meters – 10–11 years, and 100 meters – 11–12 years.
The day began with bibs distribution at 8 AM, followed by the flagging off races at 9 AM, with senior vice president of the Nagaland Olympic Association, T. Meren Paul, serving as chairperson for the event.
Director of the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, Government of Nagaland, Kethosituo Sekhose, attended the event as special guest, delivering inspiring remarks to encourage the young athletes and all in attendance.
The prize distribution ceremony began at 12 PM, followed by words of encouragement from the special guest and a vote of thanks by joint secretary of Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA)Neivikuolie Nicholas Khatsu.
With a total prize pool of over Rs. 1 lakh, the Olympic Day Run 2025 was a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship and youth participation, reflecting NOA’s commitment to fostering a healthier and more active society.
The Nagaland Olympic Association extended appreciation to all 162 participants, parents, volunteers and well-wishers who made the event a grand success.
Boys (11–12 years)
100 meters: Aneizo Meru – 13.59 seconds (Bib No. 103) – First Place; Kivika Swu – 13.72 seconds (Bib No. 110) – Second Place; Vivito Vincent Achumi – 13.97 seconds (Bib No. 121) – Third Place; Abhishek Kuwar – 13.98 seconds (Bib No. 101) – Fourth Place; Akhah Konyak – 14.52 seconds (Bib No. 102) – Fifth Place.
Girls (11–12 years)
100 meters: Livina T Awomi – 15.55 seconds (Bib No. 127) – First Place; Meguolhounuo Khawakhrie – 16.61 seconds (Bib No. 129) – Second Place; Himlei Haudok – 17.63 seconds (Bib No. 125) – Third Place; Lashila – 17.99 seconds (Bib No. 126) – Fourth Place; Longkai Lam – 18.10 seconds (Bib No. 128) – Fifth Place.
Boys (10–11 years)
80 meters: Mughakupu H Yesca – 11.01 seconds (Bib No. 211) – First Place; Victor Awomi – 11.40 seconds (Bib No. 218) – Second Place; Sengmad Momin – 12.46 seconds (Bib No. 217) – Third Place; Lokivi – 12.53 seconds (Bib No. 210) – Fourth Place; Keviyaselie Dzuvichu – 12.76 seconds (Bib No. 206) – Fifth Place.
Girls (10–11 years)
80 meters: Lihike – 12.83 seconds (Bib No. 226) – First Place; Vikuosanuo Mepfhuo – 13.38 seconds (Bib No. 233) – Second Place; Jongtie – 13.89 seconds (Bib No. 220) – Third Place; Viti Yepthomi – 13.95 seconds (Bib No. 235) – Fourth Place; Likini – 14.15 seconds (Bib No. 227) – Fifth Place.
Boys (9–10 years)
80 meters: Choveo Vero – 12.18 seconds (Bib No. 304) – First Place; Obijit Das – 12.26 seconds (Bib No. 312) – Second Place; Zhoku Sapu – 13.19 seconds (Bib No. 322) – Third Place; Tauhong Haudok – 13.23 seconds (Bib No. 317) – Fourth Place; Shoshalo Thong – 13.63 seconds (Bib No. 316) – Fifth Place.
Girls (9–10 years)
80 meters: Sophia Gurung – 13.81 seconds (Bib No. 332) – First Place; Kevizonuo Sakhru – 13.90 seconds (Bib No. 327) – Second Place; Lelu Dzudo – 14.23 seconds (Bib No. 328) – Third Place; Nuonengunuo Rupreo – 14.40 seconds (Bib No. 330) – Fourth Place; Nounetuonuo Rupreo – 14.45 seconds (Bib No. 331) – Fifth Place.
Boys (8–9 years)
50 meters: Sunjai Kumar – 8.00 seconds (Bib No. 418) – First Place; Sevi Belho – 8.03 seconds (Bib No. 415) – Second Place; Zahvi Wotsa – 8.26 seconds (Bib No. 431) – Third Place; Vecekhu Dzudo – 8.55 seconds (Bib No. 320) – Fourth Place; Kughato Awomi – 8.73 seconds (Bib No. 405) – Fifth Place.
Girls (8–9 years)
50 meters: Shongmao Shiu – 9.04 seconds (Bib No. 453) – First Place; Ilivi Sumi – 9.10 seconds (Bib No. 444) – Second Place; Kevisinuo Alena – 9.26 seconds (Bib No. 449) – Third Place; Arenlila Longkumer – 9.43 seconds (Bib No. 438) – Fourth Place; Achano Tsopoe – 9.82 seconds (Bib No. 437) – Fifth Place.