A prize distribution ceremony was organized by the World War II Peace Rally to commemorate the battle of Kohima at the WW II Museum, Naga Heritage village, Kisama, Kohima on 2nd December 2025.

            Festival Chief Host & Chief Minister of Nagaland, Dr. Neiphiu Rio in his short address, said that this rally signifies to demonstrate ‘Peace should prevail over warfare’ and propagate the message of peace to every Nation. He mentioned that the battle of Kohima was not a war of our Nagas rather it was a war between other Nations which the Nagas had bore the worst impact. This rally honours and pays homage to the selfless sacrifices of our Naga people and also to reaffirm and commit to live in peace.

            Rio also conveyed his appreciation to the Nagaland Flat Fenders Club and the Nagaland Adventure & Motor Sports Association for organizing the programme which is a big contribution in demonstrating our histories.

            Later in the programme prizes were awarded to the Most Original Vehicle to Dr. Andrew Ahuto; Best Maintained vehicle to T. John Longkumer; Best Uniformed Squad to Mhashevoto and Best Weaponry to R.T Chang.

(Siizo Kikhi, IA)