Dimapur, November 21 (MExN): The 42nd session of Khaghaboto Area Sports’ Association and 4th GBs Trophy with “excel in unity” as the motto got underway this morning at Suhoi village. Parliamentary Secretary for Irrigation and Flood Control, N. Jacob Zhimomi graced the inaugural function of the session as chief guest and also declared the trophy open. Speaking the on occasion, chief guest urged the sportsperson participating in the event compete in true sportsmanship spirit stating that winning alone was not of much importance but competing in sporting spirit and discipline does. Jacob said sports personalities around the world who have earned name and fame around the world did not become successful and famous overnight but they too had too had to put in years of hard work starting from grassroot level. He therefore urged the sports persons to have focus and aim and pursue it with dedication and commitment. While urging them not to rely on government service, Jacob called on the players to exhibit one’s talent in the field of sports and make a living through sports. He said government has created numerous avenues apart from government service, which the youth can make best use of it for their sustenance. Depending on government jobs alone was not going to help to take the society forward, he added. Stressing on the motto of the event, parliamentary secretary said people irrespective of tribe, religion, political parties should endeavour together in unity to take the society forward. Vikato, head GB and president of Khaghaboto Tokukujo Kukami Kuqhakulu and Hetovi, head GB, Sunito village also spoke on the occasion. Tokiho Yeptho, president KASA felicitated the chief guest and other dignitaries. President and general secretary of NPF Ghaspani-I assembly constituency were among others who accompanied the chief guest. Altogether eleven villages are taking part in the event.
