Yumnam Sanathoi felicitated
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 05 2014 :
A felicitation programme for Incheon Asian Games bronze medallist Yumnam Sanathoi and her coach Moirangthem Ibomcha organised by Amateur Institute of Wushu Thoubal District (AIWTD) was held today at the residence of Parliamentary Secretary of MI and IPR K Megachandra at Yairipok Bishunaha Mayai Leikai.
The function was attended by Parliamentary Secy MI&IPR Government of Manipur K Meghachandra Singh, president AIWTD and BDO Tuibong M Ibotombi, retired DVO Dr M Rajendro Singh and Secretary All Yairipok Clubs Organisation (ALCO) as chief guest, president and guest of honour respectively.
Being the first person from the State to clinch a medal in the Asian Games at Incheon, Yumnam Sanathoi gave all credits to her parents and coaches who had helped her in bagging the prestigious medal.
Expressing regret for failing to achieve the gold medal in the Games, Sanathoi asserted that she did not have much time for preparation and consultation with coaches.
However, she assured of winning a gold medal in the upcoming World Sanshou Cup to be held in Indonesia.