The 3rd edition for Men and the 1st edition for Women in the discipline of Naga wrestling, as part of the 38th Phek District Sports Association (PDSA) Meet 2025, will take place on February 4 at Phek town.
The wrestling event will be managed by the Chakhesang Wrestling Association (CWA).
The hoisting of the CWA flag will be done by Chizovoyi Soho, President of VDB Union, RD Block Phek. The programme will be led by CWA Vice President Zazhota Dawhuo, while Khriisazo Nyekha, Associate Pastor of Phek Town Baptist Church, will invoke God’s blessings.
CWA President Vezohii Riiho will deliver the welcome address, and CWA Assistant Technical Secretary Pozoto Shijoh will administer the oath to the wrestlers.
Naga wrestling (Men) will feature 90kg, 75kg, and 65kg categories, while the Women’s competition will have 60kg and 50kg categories.
The prizes for the Naga-style wrestling category for both men and women are sponsored by VDB Union, RD Block Phek.
CWA General Secretary Kukhoto Venyo informed that the Naga wrestling event will take place immediately after the inaugural function on February 4. Weight measurement will begin at 2:00 PM on February 3.
Meanwhile, the inaugural function of the 38th PDSA Meet 2025 will be graced by Nagaland’s Power & Parliamentary Affairs Minister, KG Kenye, as the special guest on February 4 at 10:00 AM.
PDSA President Nezosa Tetseo will deliver the presidential address, while PDSA Sports Secretary Puniirii Nienu will administer the oath.