The Samagra Shiksha Nagaland successfully conducted the State Level Quiz Competition under the Rashtriya Avishkar Abhiyan (RAA) at TM Government Higher Secondary School, Kohima on 12th September 2025.
The programme was graced by Shashank Pratap Singh (IAS), Principal Director, Department of School Education, as the Guest of Honour. In his address, he highlighted the importance of learning beyond the classroom and encouraged students to remain curious, innovative, and eager to explore new ideas. He further emphasised the role of science and technology in realising the vision of Vikshit Bharat 2047, calling on students to contribute towards making Nagaland an active partner in this national mission.
Delivering the keynote address, L. Jamithung Lotha, State Mission Director, spoke on the objectives of the Rashtriya Avishkar Abhiyan under the Ministry of Education. He stressed the programme’s role in motivating children to pursue science, mathematics, and technology, nurturing their curiosity and spirit of innovation. He also welcomed and congratulated the participants for advancing from the district level to the state-level competition.
The event was chaired by Dr. Chumbeni Kikon, Joint Mission Director of Samagra Shiksha, who provided an overview of the competition. She noted that the initiative is designed for elementary students from government schools with funding support from the Ministry of Education, Government of India. She encouraged students to cultivate a scientific temper and a lifelong passion for learning.
The programme also featured experience-sharing by Km. Iris Zomawii Lushai, student of PM SHRI GHSS Chumoukedima, and Km. Gihukali Sema, PGT of PM SHRI GHSS Chumoukedima (Supervisor for North East Circle), who had recently represented Nagaland in the SAKURA Science Program in Japan.
Dr. Bijano Murry, Joint Mission Director of Samagra Shiksha, served as the Quiz Master, while Avino Tase, Deputy Director, Directorate of School Education, and Rüchünino Ziephrü, Assistant Academic Officer, NBSE, were the judges.
The competition saw enthusiastic participation from all 17 districts of Nagaland. The winners of the State Level Quiz Competition 2025 are as follows:
· 1st Position: Imtimenla, Government High School Dilong, Mokokchung
· 2nd Position: Subeno Ngullie, Government Higher Secondary School Bhandari, Wokha
· 3rd Position: Kedalu Rengma, Government Higher Secondary School New Town, Tseminyu.
The event concluded with words of encouragement for the students to continue their pursuit of knowledge, innovation, and excellence in the field of science and education.
(DIPR)
