HLTTA celebrates 89th foundation day
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, November 04 2022:
Huyel Langlon Thang-Ta Association today celebrated its 89th foundation day along with a "Thang-Ta Exhibition programme here at Thang-Ta Shanglen, Yumnam Huidrom.
The celebratory programme was graced by Khuraijam Loken, MLA Wangoi AC; Huidrom Premkumar, president, Huyel Langlon Thang-Ta Association and Thounaojam Priyokumar, president, Imphal West District Thang-Ta Association as chief guest, functional president and guest of honour.
Many colourful Thang-Ta demonstrations by players and artistes from the different Thang-Ta institutions of Manipur were the highlights of the celebration.
In his speech, MLA Loken said that he will urge the present Government to do the needful to make "Thang-Ta '' recognised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.
Huidrom Premkumar also urged the State Government to insist the Ministry of Sports, Government of India regarding the long pending recognition of the indigenous martial art-form.