Host team Phüsachodü village leading the mascot of CAGSA’s 50th anniversary meet.
Our Correspondent
Phüsachodü | February 1
The 50th anniversary meet of the Chokri Area Games and Sports Association (CAGSA) kick started today in Phüsachodü village under Phek district.
950 participants from 11 villages- Thenyizu, Chetheba, Chesezu, Khulazu Basa, Khulazu Bawe, Thipüzu, Phüsachodü, Rükizu, Kikrüma, Chikri Nasa, and North Kikruma registered at the meet which will continue till February 9.
Manipur’s PHED, Printing and Stationery minister Losii Dikho who graced the inaugural function, called on the players to participate in games and sports with ambition rather than entertainment purpose.
He also appealed the youth to become leaders in sports and bring change in the society.
The minister said that sports can bring change, unity, and economic development, which in turn, brings change in the society. He stressed on the need to identify potential and promote the same accordingly.
Also addressing the gathering, MLA Dr Chotisüh Sazo urged the players to have aims to participate not only in the district or state level but at the international level as well.
Phek District Sports Association (PDSA) president Nezosa Tetse-o informed that the PDSA meet will be held at Thenyizu village in the month of March this year. Naga style wrestling will be introduced from this year PDSA meet, he said.
CAGSA president Vekhayi Rüho delivered presidential address.
