The Chathe Challenge 2026, a pickleball initiative aimed at promoting sportsmanship, friendship and community participation, concluded with a closing programme at The Fitness House, Dimapur, on 12th September 2026.

The event brought together pickleball players from Kohima, Dimapur and Chümoukedima, providing a platform for sporting competition while strengthening camaraderie among participants. The tournament carried the theme “Across the Chathe, Together on Court”, highlighting the role of sport in bringing communities together.

The closing programme was chaired by Kakivi Chishi, while Kuputo Shohe, Chairman, NSMDC, attended as the Special Guest.

Delivering the special address, Shohe highlighted the importance of sports in promoting discipline, healthy lifestyles, teamwork and lasting friendships among people. He encouraged the players and organisers to continue promoting pickleball and other sporting activities in the State.

The programme included greetings from Lhouvi Punyü, Vice-Captain of the Dimapur-Chümoukedima team, and Keviselhou Sekhose of the Kohima team, followed by distribution of prizes to the winners.

The Chathe Challenge 2026 concluded with a photo session, marking the culmination of a sporting event that combined competition with the spirit of friendship and community.