As part of the Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Programme 2025, an Institutional Debate Competition was organised by NSS Unit Kohima College, Kohima, themed “Emergency Period in India”. This was organised under the guideline of The Directorate of Youth Resources and Sports, Government of Nagaland. This event aim to foster civic engagement, leadership, and a deeper understanding of democratic values among the youth. Altogether 16 speakers participated from 8 departments. Dr. Ziuziu Iheilung chaired the programme. The debate was engaging and interesting. The Judges for the debate were, Dr. Konei Nakhro, Associate Professor from Political Science Department and Dr. Neikehienuo Mepfhuo, Assistant Professor from Functional English Department. Dr. Konei Nakhro gave an insightful concluding remarks and encouraged the participants with useful debating techniques.The first prize was bagged by Yukhase Jingru (5th Sem), Political Science Dept and the Second prize was bagged by Keneivotuo Kesiezie, Economics Dept. The two winners will represent Kohima College at the District Level Competition which will be held on the 6th July 2025.