DIMAPUR, OCT 12 (NPN): The District Public Relations Office (DPRO), Mon, organised its second Carrom Championship 2026 at the DPRO Office, Mon on October 9, with the aim of promoting team spirit, healthy interaction and camaraderie among colleagues.
In the singles category, Nyangpong emerged as the champion, while Phukhin secured the runner-up position. In the doubles category, the team of Meyisusu Jamir and A. David Konyak emerged victorious, while Yokngeng and John Konyak finished as runners-up.
Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC) Mon, Shekhozo Vero, graced the occasion as the special guest and expressed appreciation to DPRO Mon for organising the tournament. He said that such events go beyond sports and recreation, bringing people together, strengthening team spirit and encouraging healthy interaction among colleagues.
He highlighted the importance of sports and recreational activities in professional and personal life, noting that they provide opportunities for employees to interact beyond their work desks, build lasting friendships and contribute to a healthy working environment. He encouraged all participants to uphold the true spirit of sportsmanship, emphasising that participation, enjoyment and togetherness were more important than winning alone.
Vero also described the DPRO office as a window through which the district’s overall picture could be seen. He stated that the department’s responsibility extended beyond disseminating information to fostering public understanding and building a trustworthy relationship between the government and the people.
Referring to the recent landslides in Mon, he cited an instance when information disseminated by the DPRO proved life-saving at a time when network connectivity was unavailable. He subsequently declared the tournament open.
DPRO Mon, Meyisusu Jamir, delivered the vote of thanks and distributed the prizes to the winners.
The programme was chaired by Information Assistant Mon, M. Pelih. The invocation was pronounced by LDA Mon, Shiklong, while the welcome address was delivered by HA Mon, Phuklu. MTS Tobu, David presented a special song.
