Lemlila Sangtam, ADC Chumoukedima along with Officer's and staff during the District-Level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Competition 2027, under the umbrella of the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027 held at C-Edge College, Chumoukedima on November 3.
Chümoukedima, November 3 (MExN): Tetso College student Kiumuhean H emerged as the winner of the Chümoukedima district-level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament Competition organised by MY Bharat, Chümoukedima at C-Edge College on November 3.
The competition saw the participation of 31 students representing Patkai Christian College, C-Edge College, North East Institute of Social Sciences and Research (NEISSR), Tetso College, Modern College, NIT Nagaland and St Joseph University. The winners will participate in the state-level round, according to a press release from the college.
Kimkhailiu of Patkai Christian College secured the second runner-up position, while Anoli S Awomi of C-Edge College was placed third runner-up.
As per a press release, the competition aimed to promote youth participation in democratic processes and familiarise students with parliamentary practices, leadership and nation-building. Participants demonstrated their understanding of parliamentary procedures, democratic values and contemporary national issues.
The event also featured a special presentation by Kupuli, a first-semester student, and a video presentation on the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2026 highlighting the role of youth leadership in shaping the country's future.
The competition was adjudicated by Dr Salikyu Sangtam, Associate Professor at Tetso College; Dr Amongla N Jamir, Associate Professor at Dimapur Government College; and Dr Wapanginla Ao, Assistant Professor at C-Edge College. The judges assessed participants on their knowledge, presentation, argumentation and parliamentary conduct.
T Lemlila Sangtam, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Chümoukedima; Dr Chubatola Aier, Principal Emeritus of C-Edge College; and Kepozo, recipient of the Best Responder Award at the national-level Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament in 2025 also address the gathering.
They encouraged students to become informed, responsible and active citizens.
The event provided a platform for students to develop public speaking, critical thinking and leadership skills while deepening their understanding of democratic institutions and civic responsibilities, the release added.
