AR Archery championship
Source: Hueiyen News Service
Imphal, December 14 2013 :
Assam Rifles Archery Championship-2013 being organised by 40 Assam Rifles of 9 Sector AR under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) commenced from today at Keithelmanbi Garrison with a motive to provide Archers of Manipur a platform to prove themselves identify the budding talent and nurture them.
The tournament is being conducted under Assam Rifles Military Civic Action programme and will conclude on 15 Dec 2013 .
On the inaugural day, 'Indian round' and 'Compound Division' of the tournament were played.
A total of 21 Archers from various clubs of Manipur participated.
Commandant 40 Assam Rifles inaugurated the tournament.
During his inaugural speech, Commandant assured his commitment to organise such event frequently to give opportunities to youth of Manipur and enhance their capabilities so that they can come up and make us proud at national level events.
In another endeavour, 18 SIKH Regiment of 9 Sector AR under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) organised friendly cricket Tournament at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Khumbong on 14 Dec 2013 .
The Tournament was well attended by nearby villagers, prominent personalities and youths to extend their support to make the event remember able one.
18 SIKH pledged its continuous support to promote sports and cultural activities in Manipur and called youths on the occasions to come ahead and ensure their participation in such activities which help to make a good report towards local populace.