Ziro, Apr 10: The first Sansad Khel Spradha for the six districts of Papum Pare, Lower Subansiri, Kamle, Kra Daadi, Upper Subansiri and Kurung Kumey was kick-started at Padi Yubbe Outdoor Stadium here on Saturday last.
Gracing the occasion as chief guest, Lower Subansiri Deputy Commissioner Bamin Nime advised the athletes to be disciplined and cautioned them to stay away from drugs and other intoxicating substances. He said sports as a career has become lucrative and remunerative in this modern day world and the profession is no lesser than any other professions.
Guest of honour and iconic footballer of the state and retired DySP Lod Henry Tabyo also inspired the budding athletes and extended best wishes to them.
The Sansad Khel Spradha track events for under-16 boys and girls consisted of 100, 200, 800 and 1500 metre races while field events consisted of javelin and shotput throws. Prizes were later distributed to winners.
Lower Subansiri Olympic Association President Nani Takha, Secretary Er.Toku Soni and OSD’s to Union Law & Justice Minister Kiren Rijiju, Komjum Riba and Millo Tali were also present during the occasion which was attended by 106 athletes from the six districts. (DIPRO).

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