Friendship through sports
Source: PRO Cell IGAR(s) *
Imphal, July 24 2018:
As part of the mission 'Friendship Through Sports', to reach out to the remote villages, Somsai Battalion Assam Rifles organised an Inter Village Volleyball Tournament at Awangkasom.
Total eight teams from Marem Khullen, Awangkasom, Poi, Chingai, Kalhang, Nungbi Khullen, Luirei Simphong and Awangkasom company participated in the tournament.
The final match of the tournament was played between Awang Kasom Company and Poi village on 20 July 2018 .
The event is a showcase of sportsman spirit and dedication to sports in the area.
In addition to this, medical cover was also provided by the medical team of the battalion.
The people of all spheres of the society were motivated for active participation and inculcating sports as a way of life and strive to truly make North East the Powerhouse of Sports in the country.
The aim of this tournament was to imbibe the spirit of sportsmanship among the players, particularly the young generation in order to channelize their energies into a positive way and to further boost their sports skills to a higher level.