EMN
Dimapur, February 16
The Assam Rifles Inter Sector Boxing Championship was conducted at ARTC & S, Shukhovi, from February 10 to 15. 106 pugilists representing twelve Sectors vied for the coveted ‘DGAR Boxing Trophy’ in ten weight categories. The pugilists represented the true character of a soldier be it in displaying raw courage, perseverance, grit and determination and were chivalrous in defeat. Over the conduct of the preliminary rounds, the best boxers fought their way to the finals which was conducted on February 15.
In the finals, each of the boxers gave an account of their skills, courage and sportsmanship in the ring earning laurels to their respective sectors. The event was witnessed by an enthusiastic crowd of over 400 personnel including the Assam Rifles personnel and their families. Brig K Narayanan, Commandant ARTC & S graced the closing ceremony as the chief guest.
L/Hav Jagta Singh of 26 Sector was declared the best boxer and L/Hav K Liana of 22 Sector was declared the best loser. 22 Sector emerged as the Inter Sector Boxing champions while 7 Sector bagged the runners up. The prize distribution ceremony was conducted with traditional military fervor and the boxers were feted for their respective performances.
