Biren Singh initiated floodlights at Luwangpokpa Cricket Ground

Imphal: Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Sunday initiated floodlights at Luwangpokpa Cricket Ground of Luwangpokpa Multi Sports Complex, Luwangsangbam in Imphal East, giving a boost to sports infrastructure in the state.

Speaking during the ceremony, the Chief Minister said that the inauguration of floodlights at the Luwangsangbam Cricket Ground is a historic moment for the state. He recalled the days when he was serving as the president of the Manipur Cricket Association. He also expressed satisfaction over the qualification of the Manipur Cricket Team for the Ranji Trophy Elite Group.
“Rs 45 crore was earmarked to develop the ground internationally,” he added.
Stating that Manipur is rich in natural beauty, Chief Minister Biren Singh sought the public’s support to take the state towards further development.
He said that the state government would develop a lakefront cricket stadium near Loktak Lake. He added that land has also been identified for it.

Former international cricketers Mohammad Kaif and AK Mishra were also present at the event.
Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Govindas Konthoujam said that the state government is leaving no stone unturned to develop various sports infrastructure in every district of the state.
He said that a multi-purpose indoor hall will be constructed on the southern side of the Luwangpokpa Cricket Ground. He added that the indoor hall would reduce the crowd for practice at Khuman Lampak.
“The state government will develop a track and field football stadium on the southern side of the ground,” he added.

After the inaugural programme, an exhibition T-20 match was also played between Manipur XI and NECDC XI.