Advisor Sericulture, Excise and Minority Affairs, Zhaleo Rio inaugurated the newly constructed Badminton Indoor Stadium at Medziphema and declared open the 1st Medziphema Town winter tournament 2021 at Medziphema Town on 11th November 2021.

Special Guest, Zhaleo Rio said the newly constructed indoor badminton stadium is constructed under the LADP fund 2019-2021 and appealed to all to take good care of the facility, which is an immense benefit for the sporting community of Medziphema. He encouraged the gathering to work hard, make best use of infrastructure facilities which is for all

As a representative of Medziphema Constituency, the Advisor explained the need for the support of the local people in the development of the Sub-division. He appealed the people not to encroach Government land and requested to safeguard the land, support the government in bringing development not only in sub-division but in the state.

"Little minds talk about people, big minds talk about idea", said Zhaleo Rio, so he urged the people of Medziphema to have great mind and shared ideas about development and Naga unity and how to live in coexistence peaceful. Rio appreciated and thanked all the officials and individuals for making the project a success.

Dr. Er. Vekho Swuro thanked Zhaleo Rio for the concept of constructing the badminton stadium and also gave the technical explanation. 

The programme was chaired by ADC Medziphema, Imsongmeren, who also thanked the chief guest for sponsoring the trophies for the Badminton Tournament. Short speeches were delivered by President NDPP 5th Ghaspani II AC, Dosau Kuotsu and President MTYO, Kepe Nakhro, while a special number was presented by Akhriezo Solo.

The winter indoor badminton tournament will be held from November 11th to 12th November and will see the participation of 17 teams from different departments, wards, villages.

(Sashimong, IA Medziphema)