Dimapur, March 29 (MExN): The Annual Games and Sports Meet of St. Paul Higher Secondary School (SPHSS) kicked off at the school campus on Wednesday on the theme “Excellence through sports.” O.T. Chingmak Chang, Commissioner, Parliamentary Affairs, and Dr. Neiviselie Simon Dzuvichu, President CAN, were the chief guest and guest of honour respectively at the inaugural. Speaking on the occasion, Chingmak impressed upon the students that sports helps inculcate discipline, team work etc. Also stating that sports helps a person to develop their social skills, he encouraged the students to play with true games spirit. Guest of honour, Dr. Neiviselie in his speech added that sports play an important role in building character which, he viewed, helps one to succeed in the real world. Sports not only generate healthy competitive spirit and interest, but also teaches leadership qualities, maintaining teamwork and team spirit, he added. Also speaking on the occasion, Rev. Mother Sibia, provincial superior, SABS, stated that schools plays a vital role, not only in imparting education, but also in bringing out talents in individuals. Earlier, the chief guest unfurled the School Flag which after which the guest of honour performed the lighting of the torch. The oath was administered by Asst. Teacher Suman which was followed by declaration of annual games and sports meet open by the chief guest. Highlights of the programme included drill display by the junior students of SPHSS, Naga cultural dance, choreography, martial arts and butterfly dance.
