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The last of the Ponies
Times of India | Jayashree Nandi | TNN | Nov 22, 2012, 01.50 PM IST
The small stadium of Mapan Kangjeibung in the heart of Imphal city is bustling with activity. Majestic ponies are galloping around the expanse of the lawns; the stadium is being decked up for the biggest event in the city—the international polo tournament. The tournament that is going to be held almost after 12 years has a special agenda this year. It aims to highlight the plight of the endangered Manipuri Pony breed of ponies whose population has diminished due to loss of grazing land and natural habitat.
'Manipuri Ponies' are said to be one of four recognised breeds of horses found in India, the rest being Kathiawari, Marwari and Bhutia.
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