Saikul AC MLA opens Saikul Boxing Academy
Source: The Sangai Express
Kangpokpi, February 19 2023:
A boxing academy was opened yesterday in Samusong village under Lhungtin block in Kangpokpi district Manipur.
The academy founded by a young boxer Seiminlen Mate, was formally opened by Saikul AC MLA Pi Kimneo Hangsing as chief guest in the presence of social workers Pu Thangboi Haokip and Pu Jangngam Haokip.
To mark the opening of the academy, the MLA unveiled the inaugural stone before a social worker, Paolen Khongsai unfurled the flag and a blessing prayer led by Rev Jangkholen @James Alen Haokip, Pastor KBC No 22 ensued.
Kuki Gospel Artistes Miss Lungaineng Touthang and Miss Neinu Haokip also presented a special number.
Speaking as the chief guest, Kimneo highlighted the development work being taken up in the area and further assured to provide cost for indoor stadium roofing and ring bout of the academy.
She also encouraged all young boxers to learn their best from the academy and come out as successful athletes.Village chiefs in and around Samusong, BAKCAM, KSO Bungpi Area, KWU(B) and villagers also attended the said programme.