Dimapur, 8 March (MTNews): The Nagaland Olympic Association (NOA) on Friday announced that it has assembled a proficient team of officials to lead the state contingent for the forthcoming Northeast Games, with Mr T Meren Paul serving as the Chef de Mission.
NOA said that Mr Paul, who holds the position of Senior Vice President at the Nagaland Olympic Association and also serves as the President of the Nagaland Amateur Boxing Association, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role as a former sportsperson, and is one of the senior most sports administrators in the region.
Assisting Mr Paul in his duties are two Deputy Chef de Missions, Mr Nyuvitho Nyuthe and Mrs Lemjan Phom.
Mr Nyuthe, who hails from Phek district and currently serving as the Assistant Director in the Department of Youth Resources & Sports, is a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of sports administration.
Meanwhile, Mrs Lemjan Phom, who hails from Longleng district, is the Vice-President of Nagaland Badminton Association brings her expertise and dedication to the team, contributing significantly to the success of the delegation.
NOA further said that the management of the Nagaland contingent for the upcoming sporting event is meticulously organized to ensure both performance excellence and the well-being of the athletes. Leading the team as the Team Manager is Mr Vekhozo Ringa, the General Secretary of the Nagaland Wushu Association, bringing with him a wealth of administrative experience and a profound dedication to the sporting event.
Recognizing the critical importance of medical support during the event, Dr George Thirah has been appointed as the team doctor, with Dr Gwalozu Chung serving as the Head Physiotherapist. Supporting them are a team of skilled Physiotherapy professionals comprising Dr Kivi Swu, Dr Zakielatuo, Dr A Kajikho, Dr Nzhuyhun Seb, Ms Lily Tzudir, and Mr Veikho Ronald, ensuring the athletes receive comprehensive medical care throughout the competition.
In a historic first, the Nagaland Contingent will benefit from the guidance of Chief Mentor Ms Chekrovolu Swuro, an Arjuna Awardee, Olympian and a world championship medalist whose invaluable experience and mentorship will undoubtedly inspire and motivate the athletes.
Additionally, Mr Hokato Hotozhe Sema, a distinguished Para Asian Games Medalist, will serve as a mentor, offering guidance and support to the contingent. He is the first and only Asian Para Games medalist from Nagaland.
As a first in its sporting history, a Chaplain for the Nagaland Contingent, Mr Visasier Kevichusa, who currently serves as the Pastor at Kingdom Culture Church, Dimapur has been appointed to foster spiritual rejuvenation among the contingent members, reinforcing their commitment to representing Nagaland with integrity and pride on the sporting stage.