Participants:

A total of 270 students, along with 11 teachers, attended the Fest, out of which a total of 186 students participated in various competitions.

ECO FEST 2.0 — “THE PROFIT PARADOX”

The Economics Club, Department of Economics, Dimapur Government College, in collaboration with IQAC organized its second “Eco Fest” on the 3rd of October 2026 at the College Auditorium under the theme “The Profit Paradox”, with the objective of bringing together students from different semesters and departments to participate in various competitions and activities. The fest witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and provided a platform for them to showcase their talents, creativity, confidence and competitive spirit.

The programme commenced at 9:00 AM with an invocation by Miss Naomi K. Sangma, B.A. 5th Semester, followed by the welcome address delivered by Ms. Sutoli Sema, Teacher-in-Charge, Economics Club. Dr. Imtikokla Ozukum, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, delivered the theme address on “The Profit Paradox.” The programme also featured a special performance titled “Economics Allegory”, by the students of DGC boy’s hostel.

The Fest included a diverse range of competitions, covering both creative and academic activities as well as sports. The competitions included Solo Singing, Painting, Debate, Arm Wrestling and Futsal. The program was judged by a panel comprising:

1. Dr. I. Moakala Jamir — Associate Professor, Department of Economics
2. Dr. Vinyühu Lhoungu — Associate Professor, Department of Economics
3. Prof. Hare Krushna Parhi — Department of Education
4. Ms. Bokali Kibami — Associate Professor, Department of Political Science
5. Dr. Phukato Sema — Associate Professor, Department of Political Science

Results of the Competitions:

• Solo Singing Competition

        1^st place: Mr. Küvelüto Venuh — 1^st semester, Political Science Department

        2^nd place: Miss Paudobole — 3^rd semester, Education Department

• Painting Competition

        1^st place: Mr. Imnalong Jamir — 5^th Semester, Economics Department

        2^nd place: Mr. Binmongba — 3^rd Semester, History Department

• Arm Wrestling — Girls

       1^st place: Miss Grace L. Kithan — 1^st  Semester, Political Science Department

       2^nd place: Miss Ngonjai Konyak — 5^th Semester, Economics Department

• Arm Wrestling — Boys

       1^st place: Mr. Honngam M. Konyak — 3^rd Semester Political Science Department

       2^nd place: Senti Wapang — 3^rd Semester Political Science Department

• Futsal — Boys

       1^st place: Faith Football Club

       2^nd place: Mathematics Department

• Futsal — Girls

       1^st place: Ematha Football Club

        2^nd place: BA Economics 3^rd Sem Football Club

The Futsal match saw intense competition, with teams showcasing excellent coordination, fast-paced dribbling, and strategic playmaking. The players demonstrated great stamina and sportsmanship throughout, turning the game into a thrilling spectacle. The audience roared with excitement at every goal, saved, and near missed, adding to the electric atmosphere. There were 14 teams in total, with Faith FC taking the victory in boys futsal.

The girls team also saw intense competition, with the teams showing intense enthusiasm and team spirit. The matches were not only a showcase of athletic talent but also teamwork and communication. There were 3 teams in total in the girl’s category with Ematha FC as the victor.

• Debate Competition

       The Debate Competition was won by Group E, comprising:

       Mr. Ave Venuh — 5^th Semester, Political Science Department

      Mr.  Viputo V. Shekimi — 5^th Semester, Political Science Department

      Mr.  Hetiba T. Sangtam — 3^rd Semester, Political Science Department

      Miss Surili Swu — 3^rd Semester, Political Science Department

The second position in Debate was secured by Group A, comprising:

       Mr. Zhavi — 1^st Semester, Commerce

       Mr. Tokavi Wotsa — 1^st Semester, Commerce

       Miss Shahana Begum — 1^st Semester, Commerce

       Miss Lejai H. Konyak — 1^st Semester, Mathematics

The programme concluded with the distribution of prizes to the winners by Dr. Vinyühu Lhoungu, Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Coordinator of IQAC, Dimapur Government College, followed by the Vote of Thanks delivered by Miss Neilhouvino C. Meyase, B.A. 5^th Semester. The event ended with the benediction by Mr. Antishan Kikon, B.A. 3^rd Semester, Assistant General Secretary, Economics Club.

Eco Fest 2.0 successfully brought together students from different departments in a spirit of participation, creativity and healthy competition, making the celebration a memorable event for the Economics Club and the college community.

Reported by:

Mr. Imnalong Jamir, B.A. 5^th semester
General Secretary, Economics club
Department of Economics
Dimapur Government College.

GLIMPSES OF THE CELEBRATION

• Certificate of appreciation were given to the former executives of Economics Club.
  

• Certificate of appreciation was given to the DGC boys hostel for their wonderful performance

• Certificate of appreciation were also given to the judges and the speaker of the fest