Indian Army establishes Wushu arena at Nachou
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, December 03 2024: Spear Corps of Indian Army presented a state-of-the-art Wushu (Sanda) arena to the Bishnupur District Wushu Association at Nachou village in Manipur today.

The event was attended by the president of Bishnupur District Wushu Association, vice-president Wushu Association Manipur, local community leaders and aspiring young athletes.

The initiative is part of the Indian Army's ongoing efforts to promote sports and encourage the youth to pursue a healthy and disciplined lifestyle, said PRO of Ministry of Defence (Manipur, Nagaland and Southern Arunachal Pradesh) in a statement.

The newly presented arena is designed as per international standards and equipped to provide the region's budding Wushu artists with a platform to train and compete effectively.

Wushu, a traditional martial art, has gained significant popularity in India, particularly in Manipur, known for producing talented athletes in various sports, it said.

The event concluded with a vibrant Wushu demonstration by local athletes, showcasing the potential and talent of the region's youth.

This initiative underscores the Indian Army's role not just as guardians of frontiers but also as active contributors to the well-being and progress of the community, it added.

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