Indian Army honors youth achievers of Manipur Super-50 program.

The Spear Corps of the Indian Army felicitated outstanding young achievers of the Manipur Super 50 programme in an event held in Bishnupur. The event was graced by senior officers from the Indian Army, Mr. Lourenbam Bikram, IAS, DC Bishnupur, and Mr. S Ravi Kumar, IPS, SP Bishnupur. Among those felicitated were six bright students from the Manipur Super 50 classes who successfully cleared the JEE Mains 2024. In addition four local Wushu players who achieved accolades at the state and national levels were also felicitated. 

The event commenced with the acknowledgment of the efforts students, teachers and their proud parents by the Red Shield Centre for Wellness and Excellence, popularly known as Manipur Super 50 classes. The six students namely Sahid Ali, Oinam Ronenson Singh, Roshan Kumar Gupta, Honghsha Shelpungman, Ronaldo Yumnam & Sashikanta Singh who under the mentorship of the Army and NEIDO, cleared the 2024 JEE Mains in their first attempt, were then felicitated.

Following this, the four local Wushu players namely Ms Tamphasana Devi, Mr. N Bidiyasagarh Singh, Ms. Koijam Yaisana Devi, and Miss A Gracy Devi, each a medalist in various prestigious competitions including Khelo India, East Zone, North East Games, and Sub Junior National Championships, were recognized for their remarkable contributions to the sport & were honoured for their outstanding achievements.

 Additionally, Master Thomas Singh, a courageous young wushu player from Thanga, who displayed remarkable resilience after overcoming an accident during the Wushu Championships in February 2024, was also acknowledged for his fighting spirit and determination. The felicitation ceremony underscored the Indian Army's commitment to empowering and motivating the youth of Bishnupur.

The achievement of the students and sports persons stands as a beacon of inspiration for the youth in these challenging times. Their stellar achievements demonstrate the passion, grit and determination to overcome adverse situations and fulfill their aspirations. Indian Army is proud to support any such endeavour and will always foster young talent in various fields, thus providing wings to their dreams.