3rd Thangkholun Memorial Football Tournament 2020 begins

TENGNOUPAL, Jan 16
Social Welfare and Cooperation Minister Nemcha Kipgen stated that cooperation, unity and support of every individual are needed to build a good, harmonious and prosperous society.
 This was expressed by the Minister while addressing the gathering as chief guest during the inaugural function of the 3rd Thangkholun Memorial Football Tournament (TMFT), 2020 held at Jangmunthang Playground, Sahei Village, Moreh.
She further said that the Government is working tirelessly for the overall development of the State.
She also said that new roads are constructed and infrastructures are established at the same time in hills and valley.
On this note,  Nemcha highlighted that there are various schemes that can be implemented to improve the economic condition of the people by engaging themselves in handloom and handicrafts, poultry, piggery, amongst others through registered cooperative societies.
She also appealed the masses not to indulge in any form of illegal activities.
On the inaugural occasion, Nemcha Kipgen also lauded the TMFT Committee for organising the football tournament.
Saying that such a sporting event will curb the problem of drug menace which is a major concern for many youths, the  Minister stated that sports guide the youth towards healthy and discipline lifestyle.
While citing the example of famous sporting personalities like Mary Kom, Nemcha said "like education, sports can also uplift the living standards of a person if their focus and skills towards particular sports are coupled with hard work, dedication, good discipline and a healthy diet."
Chairman, Hill Area Committee (HAC),  T Thangjalam Haokip and chief of S Khudengthabi Village, Tengnoupal  Ch. Pacho Kom graced the occasion as guest of honour and president respectively.
Deputy Commissioner, Tengnoupal, M Rajkumar and Superintendent of Police, Tengnoupal Vikramjit Singh also attended the function as special guests.