Manipur CM Felicitates Asian Games Hockey Gold Medallists

Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh felicitated three hockey gold medallists from the state at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat in Mantripukhri, Imphal. The athletes represented India in hockey at the 20th Asian Games 2026 in Aichi–Nagoya, Japan.

Athletes Honoured By Chief Minister

The honoured gold medallists from Manipur are Sanglakpam Nilakanta Sharma from the men's squad, along with Pukhrambam Sushila Chanu and Kharibam Bichu Devi from the women's squad, according to a press release from the Manipur CMO. During the meeting, Khemchand Singh stated that Indian hockey has improved significantly in recent times.

Employment And Sports Policy Discussions

Regarding the players’ request for suitable state government jobs, the Chief Minister advised them to submit applications to the Director of Youth Affairs and Sports. Meanwhile, Secretary Youth Affairs and Sports, Naorem Praveen Singh, stated that a new comprehensive sports policy is currently under formulation.