Tingtok Konyak speaking during the closing ceremony of the
11th Inter-Departmental Tournament of Mon, held at Officers’ Club, Mon, on
February 19.
- DIMAPUR — The
11th Inter-Departmental Tournament of Mon concluded on February 19, with the
president of the Konyak Union, Tingtok Konyak, attending the closing ceremony
as the special guest at Officers’ Club, Mon.
- According to a DIPR report, in his speech, Tingtok thanked
Officers’ Club, Mon, for organising the tournament and stated that it has been
highly encouraging for many people in Mon district.
- He noted that the district has been making progress in
sports, particularly in badminton, citing the example of Leihong Konyak, who
recently won gold medals in both singles and doubles at the Indo-Nepal International
Badminton Championship.
- He also stated that organising such sports activities
benefits health and fosters better understanding among officials posted in the
district. He informed that Konyak civil societies are pleased with the
tournament and assured full cooperation in the future as well.
- The Department of Health and Family Welfare emerged as the
team champion of the tournament, while DEO secured second position. A badminton
exhibition match between the DC team and the SP team was also held during the
tournament.
