Dimapur, August 7 (MExN): The Nagaland Athletics Association (NAA) commemorated the 5th National Javelin Day 2026 by organising a javelin throw competition at Pilgrim Higher Secondary School, Dimapur, on August 7.
The event was held to celebrate Indian athlete Neeraj Chopra’s historic gold medal victory at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, which made him the first Indian to win an Olympic gold medal in athletics.
Young athletes participated in the competition, with the event aimed at promoting javelin throw and encouraging greater participation in athletics.
Speaking on the occasion, NAA Senior Joint Secretary Purna Konyak said National Javelin Day is observed to honour Chopra’s achievement and promote the sport among young athletes. He expressed confidence that such competitions would help encourage participation in athletics and identify and nurture emerging sporting talent in Nagaland.
In the Under-14 boys category, Theau H. Buchem secured first place, followed by Meribemo K. Ngullie and Mughakupu H. Yesca in second and third places respectively.
In the Under-14 girls category, Lihike M. Yepthomi emerged first, while Keleneinuo Kire and Nikuvu Chishi secured second and third places.
Lungousang Hengna won the Under-16 boys category, with Isuka Awomi finishing second and Ngaminhao Doungel third. In the Under-16 girls category, Ilika Achumi secured first place.
The programme concluded with the distribution of prizes to the winners.
