The Salangtem Youth Union (SYU) organised its first Excellence Award Programme on December 18, 2025, at the Salangtem Community Hall to honour L Zonisen Longkumer for securing Rank 10 in the NBSE HSSLC Examination 2025.
The programme was chaired by Supongsangla Walling, General Secretary of SYU, while Lanutemsu, President of SYU, delivered the welcome address. In his speech, he highlighted the importance of encouraging excellence and motivating youths to strive for higher goals.
Words of exhortation were delivered by representatives from Salangtem Ward Yimden and Lanuakum, Deputy Chairman of the Mokokchung Municipal Council, who urged youths to uphold discipline, perseverance, and responsibility as future leaders of society.
The award was presented by Dr Narola, representing the Excellence Award Board of Trustees, who felicitated L Zonisen Longkumer for her commendable academic achievement.
L Zonisen Longkumer expressed her gratitude and shared her experiences, encouraging youths to remain focused and dedicated to their goals.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Lanupokyim, Convenor of the Excellence Award Board of Trustees.