Alexander Pao kicks off sports meet
Source: The Sangai Express
Senapati, January 30 2015 :
Identifying games and sports as an important part of education and youth activities, Phuba Youth and Student Organization, Phuba Khuman commenced its annual sports meet from January 29 at Phuba Khuman ground, reports the Hornbill Express.
Local MLA Dr V Alexander Pao officially kicked off the sports meet as chief guest while Colonel Sandeep Pandey, CO 35 Assam Rifles, Maram attended as guest of honor.
A native of the village quoted MLA Dr Alexander Pao as saying that apart from studies, youth must consistently get involved in games and sports since it is a part and parcel of education.
"Sports teach us many lessons of leadership, discipline, team work and labor to win", he stated.
At the occasion, Senapati District Olympic Association secretary RS Abel, Major Vikram, L Ashiho Pao, president, Phuba Union (PU), DL Dupao, president, All Phuba Youth and Students Organization (APYSO), village leaders, social workers, youth and women leaders were also present.
Colonel Sandeep Pandey, during his speech, said games and sports among young people will enhance fitness in both the mind and body.
"Through such co-curricular activities, we can promote the message of unity and harmony among different sections of the society", he added.
Speaking at the occasion, James Dahpao RH, president of PKYSO said sportsmen are the best soldiers.
Col Sandeep later unveiled the foundation stone of Colonel Sandeep Pandey's playground at Phuba High School as part of the event today.