Regional College archers dominate Manipur University Inter-College Tournament
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, November 06 2026: Powerhouse Regional College showcased absolute supremacy at the Manipur University Inter-College Archery (Men & Women) Tournament 2026-27, sweeping multiple podiums and capturing four individual gold medals as the championship concluded today at the Khuman Lampak RCC Archery Range.

The stellar performance anchored Regional College's campaign, highlighted by a clean sweep of the men's Recurve division and individual titles in the men's Compound, women's Indian Round, and women's Recurve events.

Regional College archers dominate Manipur University Inter-College Tournament

The prestigious sporting event, which witnessed intense competition across multiple disciplines, was organized by Pole Star College under the auspices of the MU Sports Committee.

The tournament witnessed high-octane competition across multiple disciplines, with archers from various colleges showcasing exceptional precision.

In the men's Indian Round, Md Arshad Khan of Pole Star College claimed the gold medal with an impressive score of 675 points.

Shilheiba Leitanthem of Kakching Khunou College secured the second spot with 661 points, while M Bikash Singh, also representing Pole Star College, took third place with 653 points.

The men's Recurve division was entirely dominated by Regional College.

S Rakesh Singh clinched the top position by scoring 651 points, closely followed by his team-mates L Yuhenba Meitei in second place with 649 points and K Rohit Meitei in third with 647 points.

In a nail-biting men's Compound event, S Johnson Singh of Regional College bagged the title with 706 points, narrowly defeating N Nabadwip of Biramangol College, who scored 705 points.

I Jagjit Singh of KP College secured the third position with 699 points.

The women's division featured equally intense battles on the field.

In the Indian Round, L Jeshika Chanu of Regional College won the event with a score of 628 points.

Thongam Ritika Devi of TS Paul MW College finished just behind her to claim second place with 625 points, while E Tampha Devi of Pole Star College finished third with 616 points.

Regional College continued its strong performance in the women's Recurve event, with S Melody Devi taking the first position on 635 points and U Morning Devi securing second place with 628 points.

Nikita Laitonjam of KP College claimed the third spot with 626 points.

Finally, in the women's Compound event, Naorem Roshini Devi brought glory to host institution Pole Star College by finishing first with 698 points.

Senyai Thongam of SS GG Girls' College stood second with 695 points, and L Twinkle Devi of Kumbi College wrapped up the podium in third place with 693 points.

The closing ceremony was attended by several distinguished dignitaries.

Dr Ch Pradeep Singh, Assistant Director of Sports at Manipur University, graced the function as the chief guest.

Dr E Gopal Singh, Principal of Pole Star College, presided over the event as the functional president, while Dr Ng Jasantakumar Singh, Secretary of the Teachers' Association at Pole Star College, joined as the guest of honour.