In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Phek District, a one-day Jubilee Marathon sponsored by the Department of Youth Resources and Sports was held on December 13, 2023, at Phek Town.
Addressing the participants, C. Tsalimse Sangtam, Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC) Phek, expressed that the mini marathon is a significant event scheduled as part of the commemorative activities for the 50th Year of Phek District on December 21, 2023. He emphasized the importance of the mini-marathon, not only in Phek Town but also in the sub-divisions, thanking all participants for contributing to the success of the event.
The race was officially flagged off at Chosaba Junction by ADC Phek, Ruopfukuotuo Noudi. A total of 70 participants, both men and women, engaged in the mini-marathon, covering a distance of 7 kilometers from Chosaba Junction to Clock Tower Phek Town.
Women's Category Winners:
- 1st Position: Vekholhulu Dozo
- 2nd Position: Saluvelu Rhakho
- 3rd Position: Awale Thopi
- Consolation Prizes: Lumlila Sangtam, Vemuzholu, Zomunulu Vese, Wetsole Venuh, and Setsulu Lohe
Men's Category Winners:
- 1st Position: Shekhoveto Hoshi
- 2nd Position: Surhoku Ringa
- 3rd Position: Keweko Kapfo
- Consolation Winners: Ikato Zhimo, Shekuzo Soho, Munguhu Dozo, Dzuzuhu Soho, and Vemuyo Khesoh
Cash prizes of Rs. 10,000, Rs. 7,000, and Rs. 5,000 were awarded to the first, second, and third positions in both categories, respectively. Consolation winners received Rs. 1,000 each along with certificates. The prizes and certificates were presented by Commandant 5th NAP Phek, Yanrenthung Ngullie, during the prize distribution ceremony. The event was efficiently conducted by EAC Phek, N. Joshua Tikhir.
(Maongtemjen, IA Phek)
