CM calls SDPO Anandkumar 'brave son of soil'
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIPR

Imphal, December 12 2024: Chief minister N Biren Singh attended the closing ceremony of 1st state level SDPO Chingtham Anandakumar Memorial 9-A side Veteran Football Tournament-2024, Imphal West on Thursday.

The tournament was organised by YDC-CML & Southern Imphal Cultural Organisations (SICO) club at SICO ground, Haobam Marak Lourembam Leikai.

The programme began with tribute to SDPO Chingtham Anandkumar led by CM N Biren Singh in offering floral wreaths.

The chief minister recalled that late Chingtham Anandakumar was a brave son of the soil who sacrificed his life for the nation.

N Biren also remembered that he was a very sincere and dedicated officer who loved his motherland.

His tenure in Moreh, a location often avoided by many due to its difficulties, was a testament to his unwavering dedication to serve his state.

The chief minister remarked that SDPO Anandkumar's exceptional efforts and sacrifices would forever be remembered in the history of Manipur.

The police officer who was performing his duty was killed in cold blood by narco-terrorists, he added.

He reiterated that after the unwanted incident occurred, combing operation was conducted in the area and the suspects have been arrested.

N Biren commended the family members and the organising committee for their dedication in hosting the tournament in honour of SDPO Chingtham Anandkumar's memory.

He assured that the government would extend assistance to the family members of Anandkumar, further emphasising the government's recognition of his invaluable service and legacy .

During the function, Ch Andry, the eldest son of the SDPO, presented a football jersey to the chief minister as a gesture of appreciation and remembrance.

An exhibition match was played between Integrity FC V/S Peace FC which was followed by the final match between Manipur Police Sports Club V/S Champ FC.

The closing ceremony was attended by the forest minister Thongam Biswajit Singh, works minister Konthoujam Govindas Singh, Langthabal MLA Karam Shyam MLA, Naoriya Pakhanglakpa MLA S Kebi Devi, family members of Chingtham Anandkumar and members of the clubs, among others.

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