CHANDEL: Model Residential School, Mantri Pantha, Chandel, formally inaugurated its 2nd Annual Sports Meet, 2026, with a colourful and spirited opening ceremony at the school premises at 10 AM on Monday.
The ceremony was graced by Dilbung Kowar Lamkang, Special Contractor and president of the All Manipur Football Association (AMFA), as the chief guest, while William Shilshi Lamkang, principal of Model Residential School, Chandel, presided as the functional president.
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The programme commenced with an opening prayer, followed by an opening song, a welcome address and a vibrant cultural dance presented by the students. The highlights included a symbolic torch rally, oath-taking by the athletes, inspection of the contingents by the dignitaries and an impressive march past showcasing discipline, unity and coordination. The chief guest subsequently declared the meet open.
Addressing the gathering, chief guest Dilbung Kowar Lamkang described sports as a unique platform where everyone stands equal, transcending racial, ethnic and other differences. Emphasising the role of sports in fostering harmony, he observed that despite the differences and turmoil prevailing in society, sports should serve as a medium for promoting love, unity and peace.
He further stressed that education coupled with discipline and sportsmanship was the need of the hour to build a peaceful society. Encouraging the students, he urged them to live up to the name of their institution by striving to be models of excellence and role models in every sphere of life.
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In his address, functional president William Shilshi Lamkang underscored that true education extended beyond textbooks and classrooms. He highlighted the importance of sports in building character, resilience, discipline and cooperation, describing these qualities as essential components of the holistic development of students.
The inaugural ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks and a closing prayer, following which the sporting events commenced.
The three-day Annual Sports Meet will be held from October 12 to 14, 2026, under the theme “Stronger, Faster, Higher,” reflecting the spirit of athletic excellence, perseverance and healthy competition.
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