‘Our language is the carrier of our culture & tradition’

KVSU, Dolphin Club organises 29th Spero Meliora 2023

Correspondent
Kohima | August 12

The 29th Spero Meliora 2023 took place today at Kohima Village Council Hall under the theme “Break the Ice and Steal a March.” This event was jointly organized by Kohima Village Students Union (KVSU) and Dolphin Club Kohima.

Gracing the occasion, Commissioner & Secretary to Chief Minister and Works & Housing Kesonyii Yhome said that “our language is the carrier of our culture and tradition, and without it, we risk losing our unique way of life.”

It is through our language that we communicate our customs, values, and stories from one generation to the next, he added.

We must also encourage the younger generation to take an active interest in their roots and instil in them a sense of pride for their language and heritage, Yhome said adding “By doing so, we can ensure that our forefathers' traditions and culture continue to thrive for generations to come.

He also called upon the people to come together and work towards safeguarding “our cultural heritage and promoting a positive lifestyle in our society.” He further urged for unity and cooperation, stating that by coming together as a society, the people can aim for greater development and progress.

Spero Meliora is a platform where all the four khels of Kohima village, Tsütuonuomia, Pfuchatsumia, Dapfhütsumia and Lhisemia come together and compete in various literary competitions (Solo singing, essay, cultural song, fine arts, spelling bee, debate, elocution, extempore speech, solo instrumental and quiz).

This event serves as a platform for students to gain confidence, learn from each other, and interact with like-minded individuals.
Earlier, welcome address was delivered by KVSU president Vilalhou Sorhie and while keynote address was given by organising committee convenor Kethosituo Mepfhüo.

Later, Kethosituo Sekhose, Director, Youth Resources & Sports, Nagaland graced the valedictory programme as the guest of honour.

Vote of thanks was proposed by KVSU social & cultural secretary Thejavir Roland Sekhose. 

Results of 29th Spero Meliora 2023

Dapfhütsumia Students Union were adjudged as the overall champions.
 
Spelling Bee
1st: Vikeyienuo Solo (TSU)
2nd: Neilakieü Miachieo (LSU)
3rd: Thejatshu-ü Rutsa (PSU)
 
Quiz
1st: LSU (Ketusezo Yhome and Kezevinuo Agnes Dzüvichü)
2nd: DSU (Thejalazo Sachü and Kekhrieyienuo Kire)
 
Solo Singing
1st: Khriephrenuo Mere (PSU)
2nd: Sokhrie-ii   Keretsii (DSU)
3rd: Avibou Belho (TSU)
 
Cultural Song:
1st: DSU
2nd: TSU
 
Elocution
1st: Siedzevinuo Rutsa (PSU)
2nd: Mhalesanuo Belho (TSU)
3rd: Nouneser  Sorhie (LSU) and Kevikuonuo Kuotsu  (DSU)
 
Essay (Tenyidie )
1ST Position: Ketouneinuo Evelyn Whuorie (TSU)
2nd position: Neingurienuo Mere (PSU)
3rd position: Keneisevor Belho (TSU)
 
Essay (English)
1st position: Mhalelhounuo Khezhie (DSU)
2nd position: Menguneinuo Khruomo (LSU)
3rd position: Keduovinuo Sorhie (LSU)
 
Painting
1st Position: Menuosenuo Khezhie (DSU)
2nd Position: Neilakieü Miachieo (LSU)
3rd Position: Kethovituo Theünuo (PSU)
 
Sketching
1st Position: Dziesezo Edward Mechülho (PSU)
2nd Position: Kekuosienuo Sekhose (TSU)
3rd Position: Keneilhoutuo Theünuo (PSU)
 
Solo Instrumental 
1st Position: Vizolenuo Keretsü (DSU)
2nd Position: Seyiesanuo Kire (DSU)
3rd Position:  Zevizonuo Rutsa (PSU)
 
Extempore Speech
1ST Position: Mhalelhounuo Khezhie (DSU)
2nd Position: Thejasenuo Belho (TSU)
3rd Position: Seyiephrenuo Rutsa (PSU)
 
Debate
1st: Kekhrievor Dzüvichü (LSU)
2nd: Seyiephrenuo Rutsa (PSU)
3rd: Thejasenuo Belho (TSU)