Playground inaugurated at Thamlapokpi
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, December 18 2013:
Commander of 26 Sector Assam Rifles, Brig Rajiv Mankotia inaugurated a newly constructed playground christened, 'Pioneers Playground' at Thamlapokpi village in Chandel district today.
The function was graced by the Commandant as a chief guest and 20 Assam Rifles Commandant Col Suveer Seth as guest of honour.
Brig Rajiv Mankotia unveiled inauguration stone and released balloons to mark dedication of the playground to villagers.
Colourful cultural dances and choreography were performed by cultural troupes of different communities.
Many local leaders, pastors, village chiefs attended the function.
Later, as a part of the inaugural function, a friendly football match was also played between the teams of Assam Rifles and Youth Sporting Club Thamlapokpi.
Meanwhile, a press release issued by PRO Hqs IGAR (S) said that the field is an example of the close co-operation between Assam Rifles and local populace.
The ground was constructed in the hilly terrain of Thamlapokpi with an aim to fulfill the dreams of youth of the village and promote sports in Manipur, the press release added.