CM inaugurates 1st North-East Olympic Games
Source: The Sangai Express / DIPR
Imphal, October 24 2018:
Chief Minister, N Biren Singh today declared the 1 st edition of North-East Olympic Games 2018 open at Main Stadium Khuman Lampak Sports Complex, Imphal.
The Games is being organised by Manipur Olympic Association.
Speaking as chief guest of the function, Chief Minister said that the North-East India has a distinct identity with similar culture and features.
We as a region have not been able to cohesively integrate emotionally, socially or economically.
It has been a long cherished dream of the region to create a platform to bring peace and friendship through sports, he added.
He mentioned that a lot needs to be done to optimally utilise and unlock the full potential of the talents in the region.
Chief Minister said that various sportspersons from Manipur and other North-East States have made various achievements in the regional, National and international arenas.
He mentioned that sports have become an increasingly aspirational career option and presents tremendous potential for the young and talented in the region.
The North-East Olympic Games will provide valuable exposure and experience to young participants and inspire future sportspersons, he continued.
He appealed the people of the State to show our best hospitality and rich tradition and culture to the sportspersons who had come for the Games.
Minister for Education and Chairman of Manipur Olympic Association Th Radheshyam said that it is the humble beginning of the Manipur Olympic Association to offer a common platform to come together, embarking upon a new journey to show path of peace and harmony through the spirit of games and sports.
The North-East Olympic Games will be a grooming ground for the young talents of the region, he added.
Chief Minister also received salute of march past by 8 State teams during the function.
Around 2000 sportspersons including officials from eight North-Eastern States will be competing in 12 sports disciplines during the 5 day long Games.
Minister for YAS Letpao Haokip, Minister for Health and Family Welfare L Jayantakumar Singh; Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Arunachal Pradesh Dr Mohesh Chal and others attended the function.