The Run 4 Green Dimapur Culmination Programme was held on 27th of September 2025 at the DMC Office, Dimapur. Bringing officials together from the Dimapur Municipal Council, in collaboration with the District Administration, Dimapur Development Authority, Department of Environment and Climate Change, Nagaland Pollution Control Board, and the National Youth Climate Consortium and Partner NGOs including Team Better Dimapur, Can Youth, and Pro-Rural marked the conclusion of the marathon event aimed at promoting environmental awareness and cleaner air.
Speaking at the Run4Green Dimapur event, Boka Rochill of the National Youth Climate Consortium (NYCC) described the marathon as the start of a transformative journey for the city.
Run4Green is not just a run, it is a new chapter and a new beginning to make Dimapur greener and healthier, Rochill emphasised. He highlighted that the initiative serves as a call to action for the community, particularly the youth, to actively participate in building a sustainable and environmentally conscious future.
He also said that the event brought together citizens, government departments, and organisations to raise awareness on clean air, tree plantation, and environmental conservation and expressed optimism that this movement will spark lasting change, making Dimapur a role model for other cities in environmental responsibility.
In her short speeches, L.H. Thangi Mannen, Director and Founding Member of Earth Alliance, Nagaland, emphasised that the Run for Green Dimapur is more than just an event, it is a personal and collective commitment to the environment.
It’s not only about running for a greener Dimapur, but also about running for ourselves. To build a much greener future, the movement must begin today, Mannen stated. She further urged that if such efforts are continued and expanded, they will have a lasting impact for generations to come.
Encouraging the youth to take the lead, she appealed to the younger generation to actively participate in these kinds of initiatives, as they are the key to shaping a sustainable and environmentally conscious future.
EAC Dimapur, Imlijungla Lemtur highlighted that, for the first time, multiple government agencies have come together with a shared vision to make Dimapur greener. Speaking at the event, she stressed the importance of collective action in addressing environmental concerns. This is the first time so many government agencies have united as one. We must contribute by planting more trees, making Dimapur greener, and awaken from our complacency, she stated.
Everyone emphasised the urgency of collective action in addressing environmental challenges and the significance of community participation.
Yanathung Kithan, Member Secretary, NPCB also delivered a short speech at the event.
Run for Green Dimapur concluded with an enthusiastic turnout of participants across categories. The prize distribution ceremony was conducted by Adrian M. Mahung, marking the highlight of the event. The Program was chaired by Lensanaro, and Thungchanbemo Tungoe, Chief Executive Officer, DMC, delivered the welcome address.
In the Open Men’s category, Abhishek Yadav emerged as the winner, while Prince Yadav secured the runner-up position. In the Open Women’s category, Tsuchoi T. clinched the top spot, followed closely by Songmo P, who finished as runner-up. In the Junior Boys’ category, Chuimthang Zimik secured first place, followed by Andan as runner-up. In the Junior Girls’ category, Supai S. took the winner’s position, with Apong N. coming in as runner-up.
The marathon witnessed a total of 687 participants, 227 in the Open category (164 men and 63 women) and 460 in the junior category (320 boys and 140 girls). The event concluded with a vote of thanks by C. Thsapise Anar, who expressed gratitude to all stakeholders, participants, and supporters of the initiative.
(Limatoshi, IA Dimapur)
