IMPHAL, Feb 26: The star cyclist of the state, Oinam Rameshwari who bagged five gold medals at the 34th National Games held at Jharkhand was given a warm reception in a simple function organized by social worker Shantajit at Eikhoigee Club, Singjamei Oinam Thingel Leikai, Imphal West.
Speaking at the reception function, Shantjit stated that lack of proper state policy for the players has deterred the ambitions of talented sportspersons of the state and as a result a large number of players from the state have joined other states in due need of some financial help and assistance. The people of the state should realize that Manipur is the land of culture and sports. They should render utmost help to support the sportspersons of the state, he enjoined.