Sit-in calls for saving careers of sportspersons
Source: Chronicle News Service
Imphal, July 01 2023:
All Manipur Sports Association (AMSA) organised a meeting cum sit-in protest at its Mapal Kangjeibung office on Saturday calling for restoring peace and normalcy in state to save careers of sportspersons.
Speaking to media persons on the sidelines of the protest, All Manipur Football Associ ation (AMFA), All Manipur Volleyball Association (AMVA) and Athletic Association of Manipur (AAM) office bearers expressed strong resentment that the restive situation is hindering preparation of Manipuri sportspersons for upcoming national and international competitions including the National Games and Asian Games.
Their careers are in danger as they are facing fund crunch for participating in selection trials for the said Games due to the turmoil, they expressed.
During the protest, the participants chanted slogans demanding peace, protecting Manipur's integrity, creating conducive atmosphere for furthering the sportspersons career, etc.