10th Lilong Sports Week 2021 begins
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, December 24 2021:
The 10th Lilong Sports Week 2021 organised by Lilong Sports Association (LSA) began on Friday at Lilong Haoreibi College Ground in Lilong Ushoipokpi.
The opening ceremony was attended by Youth Affairs & Sports Minister, Letpao Haokip; LSA working president and Lilong AC MLA, Y Antas Khan; and Lilong Haoreibi College principal, Dr Mohd Raheijuddin Sheikh as presidium members.
Speaking on the occasion, Letpao Haokip expressed his concern with the increasing cases of drug abuse in the State and urged the people to provide their support in the fight against drugs.
He extended his appreciation to LSA and other local clubs, organisations for promoting sports and giving the youth a platform to display their talents.
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The Minister also assured the gathering to construct a playground with a gallery at Lilong to promote sports and healthy lifestyle.
LSA secretary, Md Ayub Ali stated that the sports week was organised to promote sports among the youth of Lilong and guide them towards a future without drug or substance abuse.
During the Week, about 1000 athletes would compete in various events including football, kabaddi, volleyball, etc in separate categories for male and females.
On the first day, a football match was played between Muslim Youth Club, Lilong Ubakthok Makha and Tombi FC Lilong Leihaokhong.