District Sports Officer Kenongotto Thokhwe administering the oath-taking ceremony during the inaugural programme of the Longleng District Inter-Departmental Sports Meet 2026 on October 29. (DIPR Photo)
Longleng, October 30 (MExN): The Longleng District Inter-Departmental Sports Meet 2026 commenced at the Multi-Purpose Indoor Stadium, Longleng, on October 29, with Deputy Commissioner W Manpai Phom, NCS, calling for greater unity, teamwork and physical well-being among government employees.
Addressing the inaugural programme as special invitee, Phom said the sports meet was not merely about competing for trophies or winning matches, but also about bringing people together, fostering mutual understanding and promoting physical fitness.
Drawing a comparison with the human body, he said different government departments function like its organs, with each unit playing an important role in the effective functioning of the government. He stated that governance was a collective effort, with every department contributing towards common goals.
Pointing to present-day lifestyles marked by long hours of sitting at work and limited physical activity, Phom encouraged participants to use the meet as an opportunity to prioritise health and fitness. He also said such gatherings provided a platform for employees to interact beyond their official responsibilities and workplace settings, helping build camaraderie, teamwork, mutual respect and unity among government employees.
The programme was chaired by Assistant Professor of Yingli College, Longleng, Daphne Chungphang, while ADC and Convenor of the meet, Thungchanbemo Tungoe, NCS, delivered the welcome address. The invocation was pronounced by Chingthai Phom, Pastor of Police Baptist Church, Longleng.
The programme also featured a dance performance by The Chaos Crew of Yingli College, while District Sports Officer, Longleng, Kenongotto Thokhwe, administered the oath-taking ceremony.
