LONGDING, OCT 8:
A two-day District-Level Inter-School Sports Meet 2026, exclusively for girls, was held at the General Ground here from October 6 to 7 under the theme “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao”.
The event was organised by the District Olympic Association (DOA), Longding, in collaboration with the District Administration and the Department of Women & Child Development.
The meet aimed to promote girl empowerment through sports, foster sportsmanship and identify emerging sporting talent from across the district.
Eight schools participated in the meet, including JNV Tissa, GSS Tissa, PM SHRI GHSS Pongchau, GSS Longding, GSS Pongchau, KV Longding, GSS Niausa and PM SHRI GHSS Longding. Competitions were held in athletics, volleyball, tug of war, high jump, long jump, 100-metre and 200-metre races, among others, with tug of war emerging as one of the major attractions.
International medalist Nyeman Wangsu, who attended the event as the chief guest, shared her sporting journey and encouraged the participants to pursue sports. She highlighted the role of sports in building confidence, discipline and leadership among girls and appreciated the DOA initiative for providing them a dedicated platform to showcase their abilities.
Longding District Olympic Association president Tailai Taham said the meet was not merely about competition but also about empowering girls and providing them opportunities for physical and mental growth. He said participation in sports helps girls develop strength, confidence and resilience, reflecting the spirit of “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao”.
Longding District Olympic Association secretary Wangfyak Wangsu expressed gratitude to the district administration, Department of Women & Child Development, participating schools, officials, volunteers and others involved in the conduct of the event.
Longding DC Abhishek Sharma encouraged the participants to actively pursue sports and other avenues of personal development. He also assured the DOA of necessary administrative support for promoting sports and sporting activities in the district.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, teachers, parents and sports enthusiasts and concluded with the distribution of trophies, prizes and certificates, followed by a vote of thanks.
