TNVSA sports meet cum conference begins
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 21 2014 :
The 28th general conference cum sports meet of the Tangkhul Naga Valley Students' Association (TNVSA) began amidst fanfare at Keihao Tangkhul village Playground under Saikul AC.
The sports meet, with the theme 'Be alert and stand firm,' will go on till Jan 30 .
Saikul AC MLA, Yamthong Haokip; President of TNVSA, Themyui Siro and Sadar Hills ADC member, Hemjathang Khongsai graced the inaugural function of the meet as the chief guest, president and special guest respectively.
The chief guest unfurled the sports meet's flag and unveiled the conference monument prior to the commencement of the programme.
Speaking at the occasion, MLA Yamthong Haokip said urged all sportspersons participating in the meet to display their true sportsmanship.
He exhorted the participants to cultivate the mentality that they can do better in the next level.
A total of 21 units of the TNVSA registered participation in the meet.
Highlights of the ten-day conference cum sports meet included competition in outdoor games like football, volleyball; quiz, essay writing and singing.
Besides the chief guest presenting gifts to the organisers, Parliamentary Secretary, Victor Keishing has also donated Rs 2000 each to all participating units.
The event is hosted by Keihao Katamnao Long.