Kohima: Nagaland students showcased their vision for a greener future. NEEPCO hosted the state-level Energy Conservation 2026 painting competition on November 12 at de Oriental Grand, Kohima. This event operated under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency and the Ministry of Power.
Total participation hit 1,860 students from 56 schools. Judges shortlisted the top 100 entries for the final state showdown. Er James Khala, Director of New and Renewable Energy, served as the chief guest. He urged the youth to ditch fossil fuels for solar, wind, and hydro power. He told the students, “We have to reduce the use of fossil fuels by switching to renewable energy like solar, wind and hydro potentials.”
General Manager N Khogendra Meitei noted the program has run since 2005. Last year, 80 lakh students across India joined the movement. He wants these kids to act as ambassadors for conservation at home and school. Participants painted under two specific themes: Save Power, Secure the Future and BEE Star Labels Shine, Energy Security is Divine.
Top finishers took home cash prizes. First place grabbed Rs 50,000. Second place won Rs 30,000. Third place secured Rs 20,000. Ten consolation winners received Rs 7,500 each. The state winners in Group A were Issina Rangkau, Jasper Varay, and Hardik Khemani. The top performers in Group B were Anamika Ghose, Smiti Debnath, and Lhuvese Medeo.
These winners will now head to New Delhi. They compete at the national level on December 11. The President of India will honor the national victors on National Energy Conservation Day, December 14.
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