Z Nyusietho Nyuthe, the Advisor of New & Renewable Energy and NSDMA (National Disaster Management Authority), Government of Nagaland, flagged off the Jubilee Marathon commemorating 50 years of Phek district at Meluri Sub Division on December 13, 2023. The Department of Youth Resource & Sports, Government of Nagaland, sponsored the 7km-long marathon, which started from Anapo stream and concluded at Meluri Local Ground.
In the Men's category, Lepenthe Yanphar secured the 1st position, followed by Jackson Yanphar and Ahuchu Thupitor in the 2nd and 3rd positions, respectively. Consolation prizes in the men's category were awarded to Yutsolen Yanphar, M Vitsiitho, Maj. Sudhir Sharma, Miilongthvii Jangri, and Kuoziitho Ngouri.
For the women's category, Ayinla Nyusou claimed the 1st position, with Zuchivi Nyusou and Asingla Thuer securing the 2nd and 3rd positions, respectively. Consolation prizes in the women's category were given to Rholozhe, Rhewiesa, Gracy Joshou, Ziivi Kajiry, and Ngarho Joshou.
A total of 35 males and 11 females enthusiastically participated in the Jubilee Marathon. ADC Meluri, Albert Ezung presented the winners with prizes.
(APRO Meluri)
