Former minister L. Jayentakumar praised Manipur’s sports community’s resilience, highlighting the achievements of talented athletes despite challenges and unrest. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a balance between academics and athletics, stating that sports can be a form of psychological warfare. The ceremony recognized medal winners from several prestigious competitions, including the Governor’s Taekwondo Cup, Manipur State Taekwondo Championships, and the National Beginners Taekwondo Championship. Other dignitaries present included former Head of the Department of Education at Manipur College and former UDC of Imphal Municipal Corporation.
Manipur’s young athletes were honored
