PHED Minister Jacob Zhimomi along with the members of the NAKO on February 14.
Dimapur, February 14 (MExN): The Nagaland Association of Kickboxing Organization (NAKO), led by its president Khetoho Zhimomi, called on Minister for PHED Jacob Zhimomi, on Saturday following their recent participation at the India Open International Kickboxing Cup held in New Delhi.
The Nagaland team returned with one gold medal, two silver medals and one bronze medal, besides securing an overall fourth rank at the championship.
Congratulating the team for their performance despite obstacles and shortcomings, Jacob Zhimomi assured them of necessary support in the near future by coordinating with the concerned departments and authorities. Stating that Nagas are “naturally born fighters”, the minister said the fighting, martial arts and kickboxing disciplines need to be further explored as they could provide avenues of employment and income for Naga youth.
The medal winners are: Mongsen Lkr — Gold Medal (bout against Egypt), Temsunungsang — Silver Medal (against Iraq), Kulungshi Newmai — Silver Medal (against Maharashtra), Rokato Zhimo — Bronze Medal (against Kazakhstan), and Riaj — Fourth rank (against Kazakhstan)
NAKO officials said the achievement has brought recognition to the state in the international kickboxing arena and expressed hope for continued support to further promote the sport in Nagaland.
