IMPHAL, Jan 25: A blessing ceremony for the Manipur state contingent participating in the 38th National Games was held at the Chief Minister’s Bungalow in Imphal on Saturday. Chief Minister N Biren Singh flagged off the contingent, which consists of 400 athletes from 19 different disciplines. The athletes are set to compete in Uttarakhand starting January 28. The delegation will also be accompanied by 76 officials from the Manipur Olympics Association.
In his address, Chief Minister Singh expressed his pride in the state’s talented athletes and wished them the best for the upcoming games. He emphasized the importance of commitment, dedication, and hard work in achieving success. Singh also highlighted that the state government had allocated Rs 2.86 crore to cover the travel expenses for the athletes, coaches, and officials participating in the event.
The event was organized jointly by the Manipur Olympics Association and the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of Manipur. Several ministers, including Forest Minister Thongam Biswajit Singh, Social Welfare Minister Heikham Dingo Singh, and Education Minister Th. Basantakumar Singh, were present, along with other officials and athletes, to show their support for the state contingent.
