The Office of the District Education Officer (DEO), Kohima, held the Kohima District Teachers’ Award Ceremony 2026 at the Capital Convention Centre, New Secretariat, Kohima, on Thursday, honouring four educators for their dedication and outstanding service to school education.
Dr Pritpal Kaur, IPS, DIGP (CID), Police Headquarters, Kohima, attended the ceremony as the special guest. In her address, she lauded teachers for their contributions to mentoring young people, instilling discipline and laying the foundation of society.
District Education Officer Emilo Patton delivered the welcome address, while an invocation was led by Imtisangla, Sr SDEO, Kohima. Students of Regimental School, 4th NAP, Thizama, and Rangbey Khoubve of GHS Bayavü presented special songs. Tongchingsangla of GHS Chandmari delivered an “Ode to Teachers”, while St Luke School conducted the honouring of teachers.
The award recipients were Dr Kikruneinuo Kuotsu, Graduate Teacher, GHS Chandmari; Khriengusano Peseyie, Assistant Teacher (Tenyidie), Baptist Mission School, Jotsoma; Akali Aye, Headmistress, Regimental School, 4th NAP, Thizama; and Thejazelie Tase, Graduate Teacher, GHS Nerhema Model.
Speaking on behalf of the recipients, Akali Aye expressed gratitude to the Education Department and their respective school communities for the recognition and support.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks by Visasielie Suhu, SDEO, Chiephobozou.