AR fetes boxer Y Sandhyrani
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 30 2019:
Life is all about the challenges that come your way, so is the case with boxing, especially when a women decides to take it up.
NE in general and Manipur in particular has changed the face of India at the International Boxing Forum.
Making 'Mary Kom' as her Idol, Yengkhom Sandhyarani, daughter of Y Nabakishore and Y Ongbi Thaba Devi of Kakching Makha Leikai presently residing at Waikhong Uyung Khunou made the state proud by winning a gold medal in the 57 kg boxing event at World Police and Fire Games 2019 held at Chengdu, China from 08th to 18th August.
Sandhyarani who is currently serving as BSF constable has won two gold and one silver in the International events apart from winning 5 gold, 6 silver and 5 bronze medals in the National events.
The bright star was felicitated and awarded a cash incentive by Commander 28 Sector Assam Rifles as a small gesture for her dedication and as an encouragement for the upcoming world boxing championship, said a press statement of IGAR (S) .