KIYG 2025 : Bunny wins Manipur's first gold in weightlifting amid strong all-round state performances
Source: Chronicle News Service

Imphal, May 10 2025: It was yet another remarkable day for Manipur at the Khelo India Youth Games 2025 as the state athletes delivered an impressive performance on Saturday, securing a gold medal in weightlifting and advancing in multiple disciplines, including boxing, tennis, and badminton.

Manipur celebrated their first gold medal in weightlifting as Thingujam Bunny Singh dominated the boys' 55kg category with a total lift of 213kg (96kg in snatch and 117kg in clean & jerk) .

Khelo India Youth Games 2025 : Thingujam Bunny Singh

He outperformed Prudvi Appaneni of Andhra Pradesh (207kg) and Dharmajyoti Dwagharia of Assam (207kg), who claimed silver and bronze, respectively.

Bunny Singh's gold-medal performance marks a significant achievement for Manipur in the competition.

In boxing, the state pugilists continued their strong run, with three competitors securing spots in the quarterfinals.

Gunshalu Khumba (girls' bantamweight), Rad-hamani Longjam (girls' featherweight), and Prabin Naorem (boys' welterweight) all triumphed in their respective bouts, keeping alive Manipur's hopes for more medals.

Manipur's sole tennis representative, Shanker Heisnam, stormed into the quarterfinals with a dominant straight-sets victory (6-0, 6-2) over Mizoram.

His next challenge will be against Punjab, as he aims to claim a podium finish.

The Manipur boys' hockey team concluded their group stage with a hard-fought 4-4 draw against table-toppers Haryana.

Despite a spirited performance, the team fell short of qualifying for the semifinals.

In badminton, Hemam Malemnganba Singh made light work of his opponent from Uttar Pradesh, securing a 2-0 (21-15,21-13) victory to book his place in the quarterfinals.

With several athletes still in contention, Manipur remain well-placed to add to their medal tally.