Mokokchung, 28th October 2026 (Nokinketer News): Fazl Ali College, Mokokchung emerged as the winner of the inaugural Campus Clash 2026, the first Inter-Government Colleges Band Competition, held at Rüzhükhrie GHSS Ground, Kohima, on Tuesday. Kohima Science College secured second place, while Yingli Government College finished third.
Organised by the Department of Higher Education, Government of Nagaland, the competition featured 15 government colleges from across the state, providing a platform for students to showcase their musical talents.
Minister for Tourism and Higher Education, Temjen Imna Along, who hosted the event, emphasised that education extended beyond academics and encouraged students to pursue excellence in both studies and music. Highlighting music as an integral part of Naga heritage, he urged young musicians to pursue their passion professionally and showcase their culture to the world.
Along announced that Campus Clash would continue in subsequent years, with the department facilitating a suitable venue and timing for the next edition. He also assured that all 17 government colleges in Nagaland would be equipped with musical instruments by the next financial year to promote creativity and unity among students.
Additional Secretary, HTE and Director of Higher Education, V. Lovitoly Sema, NCS, described the competition as a celebration of student talent, creativity and confidence. She encouraged participants to value the experience, discipline and teamwork gained through participation rather than focusing solely on winning.
Brig. Mayank Singh Jamwal, Commander of 6 Sector, Dimapur, appreciated the department’s initiative and highlighted the importance of discipline and teamwork in both music and the uniformed services.
Fazl Ali College also won the awards for Best Vocalist, Best Guitarist and Best Drummer, while Kohima Science College bagged Best Bassist and Best Keyboardist.
The event featured a guest performance by Divine Connection. The judges were Temsujungba Jamir, co-founder of Trance Effect; pianist and cultural ambassador Bethel Tsuzu; and musician and producer for Tetseo Sisters, Mhaseve Tetseo.
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