ITANAGAR, July 6 : Arunachal Pradesh is gearing up to host the 5th Junior Boy’s National Boxing Championship from July 9th to 14th, 2023, marking a historic moment for the state. The tournament will be held at the Don Bosco College ground in Itanagar, which offers excellent facilities and accommodations for all participants.
The Arunachal Amateur Boxing Association (AABA) expressed its gratitude to the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) for providing them with the opportunity to organize this national championship, which holds great significance for the state. Mr. Teli Kahi, the AABA Secretary General and Organizing Secretary, highlighted the event’s importance as the first national-level tournament in Arunachal Pradesh since India’s independence, as well as the 26th year of AABA’s existence.
Mr. Biri Chattum, the Vice President of AABA and Organizing Chairman, emphasized the positive impact this championship will have on the youth of Arunachal Pradesh.
Over 500 boxers from 26 different states, including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh, Pondicherry, Odisha, Uttarakhand, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Ladakh, Dadar & Nagar Haveli, West Bengal, SSCB, Steel Plant Jamshedpur, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Chattisgarh, and Telangana, will be participating in this mega tournament. The event aims to promote boxing as a sport and foster national integration.
The championship will not only showcase the skills and talents of young boxers from across the country but also serve as a platform for cultural exchange and idea sharing among the participants. The Don Bosco College ground, renowned for its state-of-the-art facilities, will provide an ideal setting for the championship, ensuring a seamless and competitive event.
The local organizing committee, led by the AABA, is fully prepared to welcome players and officials from all states. Their meticulous preparations and commitment to ensuring a successful tournament have garnered praise from participants and organizers alike.
With the inauguration scheduled for July 9th, 2023, the boxing fraternity eagerly anticipates Arunachal Pradesh stepping into the national spotlight, showcasing its passion for sports and ability to host a grand event that will have a lasting impact on the youth of the state and the nation as a whole.
In a pre-tournament event held on Thursday, Mr. Abu Tayeng, IAS, Secretary of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of Arunachal Pradesh, Mr. Bamang Tago, Secretary General of Arunachal Olympic Association, Mr. Teli Kahi, AABA Secretary General and Organizing Secretary, and Mr. Biri Chattum, the Vice President of AABA and Organizing Chairman, presented the Boxing Sandos to Team Arunachal, further building excitement for the upcoming championship.