Imphal: Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh has announced that the government is committed to develop a world class polo ground at Lamphelpat, Imphal West. This announcement was made while attending the closing ceremony of the 2nd Dr. Ksh. Chourjit Singh Inter-District Polo Tournament,2026 held at Mapal Kangjeibung on Saturday which was organised by the Manipur Horse Riding and Polo Association, Imphal.
Speaking on the occasion, Yumnam Khemchand Singh mentioned that it is well- known that the game of polo originated from our state. He further stated that he has been informed that the existing Mapal Kangjeibung Polo Ground does not meet the necessary standards for hosting international matches. The government is committed to develop a world-class polo ground on a 32-acre plot of land that has been earmarked at Lamphelpat, he added.
Further, Yumnam Khemchand Singh said that his commitment to the initiative is unwavering. He assured that he will visit the site tomorrow for an inspection, accompanied by concerned officials and members of the Manipur Horse Riding and Polo Association (MHRPA), to deliberate on the modalities for the development of the polo ground.
The final match began with the throw-in of Polo ball by the Chief Minister. Altogether 10 teams competed in the tournament. The final match was played between X Polo Club and Chingkheihunba Polo Club.
The closing ceremony was attended by the family members of Dr. Ksh. Chourjit Singh, President of MHRPA, H. Deleep Singh, Technical Chairman, MHRPA N. Bedajeet Singh, Ksh. Lakshaheb Singh and students among others. Later, the Chief Minister attended the observance of 31st Martyrdom Anniversary Saheed Madhumangal at Jawaharlal Nehru Manipur Dance Academy, where he paid his rich floral tributes
