IMPHAL, July 18: 20 students of Mary Kom regional boxing foundation were given sports kits under the SAI SAG extension scheme this afternoon at the premises of the academy, informed a statement of issued by Jimmy Leivon, secretary of the foundation.
It said, world women boxing champion, Mary Kom has extended its gratitude to the Director in-charge SAI NERC, Imphal and the staff for their constant help and guidance towards the smooth functioning of the academy.
She also exhorted the boxers to work hard despite the less facilities being availed to them at present, it further adds.
It further informed that the extension scheme was availed to the academy since August 2010. under the scheme, SAI provides necessary sports kits to the boxers and the whole recurring expenses of the academy are incurred by Mary Kom and with the support of well wishers, it further maintained.