Kohima: Runners hit the pavement in Kohima today for the State Red Run 4.0. The 10-kilometer race took participants from Indira Gandhi Stadium through High School to the Secretariat. Organized by the Nagaland State AIDS Control Society under the National AIDS Control Organisation, the event used athletics to push for HIV and STI awareness.
Takasanen Longkumer of Mokokchung took the top spot in the men's category. Temjensanen Pongen from Dimapur and Renthungo Tsanglao followed in second and third. For the women, Songmo P from Noklak claimed first place, with Phek's Cekrotalu Khusoh and Kohima's Chongsop P rounding out the top three.
Kevileno Angami, Commissioner and Secretary of Health and Family Welfare, emphasized the mission behind the sweat. "This is a run to create awareness, a run against HIV, a run against STI," she said. The initiative supports Mission AIDS Suraksha and targets 95 percent awareness, widespread testing, and viral suppression among those under treatment.
Principal Director Dr. Keveduyi Theyo noted the event focuses on engaging youth. NSACS project director Dr. S. Manyau Phom confirmed the top two finishers in each category will head to Patna, Bihar this November for the National Red Run 4.0. The Kohima District Athletics Association provided technical support, while Metevinuo Sakhrie delivered the closing vote of thanks.
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