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Imphal, Aug 26: A function to felicitate MC Mary Kom was held at Public ground, Churachandpur today organised by ADC and district administration.
Thousands of persons took part in the function. Gifts were presented to Mary Kom and cultural programmes organised. Phungzathang Tonsing, Minister, Dr Chaltonlien Amo, MLA, TN Haokip MLA members of the ADC were also present.
Meanwhile a PIB DW release said a grand Home Coming Reception for MC Mary Kom, an Olympic Bronze Medalist was organized at Churachandpur, her home town to give the most befitting felicitations for her outstanding achievement under the aegis of Churachandpur district Administration on 26 Aug 12. Thousands of people from all section of society turned out to have atleast a glimpse of their daughter and the Nation’s pride during the grand reception programme.
Commander 27 Sector Assam Rifles in his address to the gathering hailed Mary Kom for her massive achievement and the glory which she won for the country and herself. From a humble background to world champion, she has set a milestone for herself in the arena of world boxing. Five time world champion and an awardee of the most prestigious ‘Rajiv Khel Ratna Award’ with an Olympic medal just to name a few, Mary Kom truly is MAGNIFICENT, he added. The Commander also exhorted the gathering especially the younger generation to draw an inspiration and follow the shinning example set by her. The Commander on behalf of 27 Sector Assam Rifles presented her with momento of Assam Rifles.
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