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North East India: A Hub for Adventure Sports

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North East India is a fascinating region, known for its scenic beauty, diverse culture, and delicious cuisine. It is also a hub for adventure sports enthusiasts who seek thrill and excitement in their travel. With its rugged terrain, gushing rivers, and lush forests, North East India offers numerous opportunities for adventure sports. Here are some of the top locations in the region that offer a plethora of adventure sports activities:

  1. Meghalaya: Known as the “Abode of Clouds,” Meghalaya is a picturesque state with abundant natural beauty. The state is a popular destination for adventure sports like trekking, caving, and river rafting. The Umiam Lake in Shillong is a perfect spot for kayaking and boating, while the Nohkalikai Falls, the tallest plunge waterfall in India, is a must-visit for rappelling and zip-lining.
  2. Arunachal Pradesh: Arunachal Pradesh, also known as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” is a haven for adventure sports enthusiasts. The state offers activities like mountaineering, trekking, and river rafting in the Siang and Brahmaputra rivers. The Namdapha National Park is an excellent destination for wildlife enthusiasts who can indulge in jungle trekking, bird-watching, and camping.
  3. Nagaland: Nagaland, with its rugged hills, verdant valleys, and ancient forests, is a paradise for adventure seekers. The state offers a range of activities like trekking, mountaineering, and rock climbing. The Dzukou Valley, located on the border of Nagaland and Manipur, is a stunning destination for trekking and camping.
  4. Manipur: Manipur, the “Jewel of India,” is a small state in North East India that is known for its natural beauty and rich culture. The state is a popular destination for adventure sports like trekking, rock climbing, and paragliding. The Loktak Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, is a perfect spot for kayaking, boating, and fishing.
  5. Sikkim: Sikkim, a tiny state in North East India, is a nature lover’s paradise. The state offers a range of adventure sports activities like trekking, mountain biking, and river rafting. The Teesta River, which flows through the state, is an excellent destination for river rafting and kayaking. The Kanchenjunga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

To know more about the adventure sports activities you can do, check out the top adventure sports in northeast India.

In conclusion, North East India is a hub for adventure sports, offering a wide range of activities for adventure enthusiasts. With its stunning landscapes, unique culture, and warm hospitality, the region is a must-visit destination for adventure seekers who want to experience the thrill of a lifetime.

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Top adventure sports in northeast India

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Northeast India is a land of rugged mountains and unspoiled natural beauty, perfect for adventure enthusiasts. If you’re someone who wants to explore the unexplored and enjoy a unique adventure experience, then you must head to the beautiful states of Assam, Mizoram, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Tripura and Sikkim. Here are the top 10 adventure sports you must not miss in Northeast India.

  1. White Water Rafting: The thundering waves of the Brahmaputra River and its tributaries Manas and Jia Bhorali in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh are the best spots for white water rafting in India. Experience adrenaline-pumping river rafting, guided by trained guides, and create your water adventure memory.
  2. Trekking: Traverse through the lush green forests of Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, and Nagaland, and climb the living root bridges to feel awe and thrill inside. Each step reveals the beauty of unique landscapes and rugged mountains.
  3. Kayaking: Kayaking in Northeastern India is one of the best water sports to experience. The region boasts many challenging rapids, which are ideal for kayaking. Paddle through the river and enjoy the heartwarming scenery around.
  4. Rappelling: Slide down the gushing waterfalls and get rejuvenated by the rappelling experience. Northeastern India has several waterfalls and hills perfect for rappelling. Challenge yourself, hold the rope tight, and cascade down to feel the adrenaline rush.
  5. Zip Lining: Fly like Superman and get the bird’s eye view of all the wonderous things below. Channel your adrenaline and fly above less explored Northeast India. The lush green surroundings, gushing waterfalls, and crystal clear lakes will cast a spell on you.
  6. Cave Exploration: Caves of Northeast India have always been an amusing factor for tourists. With mysterious trunk passages, scenic charm, and deep darkness, cave exploration is indeed a thrilling experience.
  7. Outdoor Camping: Set up camp amidst the lustrous green pastures, shining river banks, exotic valleys, and mountain ranges. Enjoy the stay outdoors, breathe in fresh oxygen, and count stars in the open sky.
  8. Mountain Biking and Cycling: Explore Northeast India on two wheels and discover the rugged beauty of the region. The mountainous terrain, unpaved roads, and challenging trails make it a must-do adventure activity.
  9. Mountaineering: Northeast India offers plenty of opportunities for mountaineering, with its towering peaks and rugged mountains. Climb the peaks and feel the rush of accomplishment.
  10. Parasailing and Hand Gliding: Soar high in the sky and get a bird’s eye view of the natural beauty of Northeast India. Parasailing and hand gliding are two adventure sports that will give you an adrenaline rush like no other.

In conclusion, Northeast India offers a plethora of adventure sports that are perfect for those seeking thrills and excitement. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a beginner, Northeast India has something to offer for everyone. So pack your bags, put on your adventure shoes, and head to this beautiful region to experience the ultimate adventure.

Madrasa Hemayatul Islam Wins Inter School Under-15 Cricket Final Against Gorkha Pathshala H.S School

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Madrasa Hemayatul Islam won the final match of the Inter School Under-15 cricket tournament 2022/23 against Gorkha Pathshala H.S School by five wickets. The match was held at the local cricket ground on Tuesday.

Madrasa Hemayatul Islam won the toss and chose to field first. Gorkha Pathshala H.S School scored 101 runs for the loss of four wickets in 15 overs. Manish Kr. Singh scored 32 runs in 26 balls, and Kushal Subba contributed 24 runs in 32 balls. Md. Wahid and Aminuddin took two wickets each for Madrasa Hemayatul Islam, giving away 11 and 24 runs respectively.

In reply, Madrasa Hemayatul Islam achieved their target in just 10.1 overs, scoring 102 runs for the loss of five wickets. Md. Wahid was the top scorer for the team with 42 runs in 23 balls, followed by Asif Ali who scored 11 runs in 16 balls. Pratik Chettri took three wickets for Gorkha Pathshala H.S School, giving away 11 runs in two overs, while Nikhil Thapa took one wicket, giving away 17 runs in three overs.

Md. Wahid was declared the Man of the Match for his all-round performance. He scored 42 runs and took two wickets, giving away just 11 runs in three overs.

The match was well-contested by both teams, and the spectators enjoyed a thrilling display of cricket. The tournament was organized by the Shillong Cricket Association to promote cricket among young players and provide them with a platform to showcase their skills. The winners received the trophy and cash prize from the chief guest at the presentation ceremony held after the match.

The Assam government has taken a decision to appoint 10 medal winners of the 36th National Games, 2022

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Assam Government to Appoint 10 Medal Winners of National Games 2022 in Class III Posts

The Assam government has taken a decision to appoint 10 medal winners of the 36th National Games, 2022 in Class III posts under the Directorate of Sports and Youth Welfare. This decision was taken in the Cabinet Meeting held on Wednesday, April 19, and was announced by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The decision was taken with the aim of encouraging the youth to pursue sports and recognizing the achievements of sportspersons who have brought laurels to the state. The appointments will be made as per the Integrated Sports Policy of Assam 2017-2018.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma took to Twitter to share the details of the decision taken in the Cabinet meeting. He also shared the names of the 10 medal winners who will be appointed in the Class III posts.

The players who will be appointed in the Class III posts are Ananya Saikia (Silver and Bronze), Adnita Kakati (Silver), Ankushita Boro (Gold), Chayanika Gogoi (Two Silver), Sanma Brahma (Silver), Rongila Daimary (Silver), Bikram Changmai (Two Silver), Dipankar Sarmah (Bronze), Bangita Hazarika (Silver, Bronze) and Ananda Kumar Narzary (Gold, Bronze).

This decision by the Assam government is a step towards encouraging sports and recognizing the hard work and dedication of sportspersons in the state. It is hoped that this will inspire more young people to take up sports and make the state proud with their achievements.

South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships 2023 to be held in Arunachal Pradesh

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Table Tennis Arunachal is all set to host the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships 2023 in the Dorjee Khandu Badminton Hall, Rajbhawan, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. The tournament will be held from 14th May 2023 to 17th May 2023.

The event is being organized under the auspices and authority of the Asian Table Tennis Union (ATTU) and the Table Tennis Federation of India (TTFI) with the support of Government of Aruanachal Pradesh. Stag Americas 16 tables, Stag 40+ balls, and Stag flooring will be used for the tournament. All racket coverings must be of the type currently authorized by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF).

The championship will have U19 Boys’ and Girls’ Teams, U15 Boys’ and Girls’ Teams, U19 Boys’ and Girls’ Singles, U15 Boys’ and Girls’ Singles, U19 Boys’ and Girls’ Doubles, U15 Boys’ and Girls’ Doubles, and U19 & U15 Mixed Doubles events. The team events will be held on the New Swaythling Cup System format, and the singles and doubles events will be played on a knock-out basis.

The hospitality committee will provide free boarding and lodging to not more than six players in the Boys’ and Girls’ sections, one manager and one coach accompanying the teams, and all members of the South Asian Table Tennis Federation (SATTF) Executive Committee, international umpires, and the Secretary/President of all six South Asian countries. Accompanying persons not listed on the official entry forms can be accommodated at a charge of US $60 per person per day in a Twin/Double room or US $90 per person per day in a Single Room, including meals and transport.

There will be no entry fees for any of the events, and the draw for all events will be held on 13th May 2023. Each association may nominate not more than four players each for the Boys team and Girls team events in the U19 category, not more than two players each for the U19 Boys Singles and U19 Girls Singles events, and not more than one pair each for Boys, Girls, and Mixed Doubles events. In the U15 category, each association may nominate not more than three players each for the Boys team and Girls team events, not more than two players each for the U15 Boys Singles and U15 Girls Singles events, and not more than one pair each for Boys, Girls, and Mixed Doubles events.

The South Asian Youth Championships 2023 is open to athletes satisfying the following two conditions: being born in 2004 or later to participate in U19 events and being born in 2008 or later to participate in U15 events and being eligible to represent their National Association according to rules 3.8 and 4.2.3 of the ITTF Handbook.

The competition will be held in accordance with the current Laws of Table Tennis and the Regulations for International Competitions. The organizing committee urges all teams to bring their national flag and

Organizing Secretary: Name: Mr. Passang Dorjee Megeji Address: SRPL Colony Chandan Nagar, Near Police Headquarters Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh 791111 Email: tabletennisarunachal@gmail.com, dinglapassang@gmail.com Mobile Number: 8258937773 / 9436895297

How to Reach Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh:

A. Air Travel:

  1. Direct flights from Delhi to Holongi (Itanagar) available every day.
  2. Direct flights from Delhi to Guwahati available every day.
  3. Direct flights from Guwahati to Holongi (Itanagar) available every day.
  4. Direct flights from Kolkata to Holongi (Itanagar) available every day.
  5. Holongi is located 25km away from Itanagar.

B. Train Travel:

  1. Direct trains from Delhi to Naharlagun (Itanagar) available every Thursday and Sunday.
  2. Direct trains from Guwahati to Naharlagun (Itanagar) available every day.
  3. Itanagar is located 32km away from Naharlagun railways.

C. Bus Travel:

  1. Direct bus available from Silliguri to Itanagar.

Entry Deadlines: Preliminary confirmation to participate by 24th April 2023. The entry deadline is 1st May 2023. Accommodation and travel details should be sent by 8th May 2023 to ttfi@ttfi.org with a copy to the Technical Delegate at ganeshaniob@gmail.com.

First Sansad Khel Spardha 2023 Concludes in Arunachal Pradesh with Papum Pare as Team Champion

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The first-ever Sansad Khel Spardha 2023 came to a close in a grand manner at the Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU) campus in Arunachal Pradesh. The three-day event was organized by the Arunachal Olympic Association (AOA) under the leadership of Er Taba Tedir and Bamang Tago as the President and Secretary-General, respectively. The event was held in collaboration with the state government and with the patronization of Union Minister for Law and Justice Kiren Rijiju.

The closing ceremony was graced by Nabam Rebia, Member of Parliament (RS), who was the chief guest. Mama Natung, Minister of Sports and Youth, was also present as a guest of honor, along with Director of Sports, Tadar Appa.

The winners in various sporting disciplines were awarded cash incentives of Rs 20,000, 15,000, and 10,000 for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions, respectively, along with medals and certificates. The winners of the group events were awarded cash incentives of Rs 60,000, 40,000, and 20,000 for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions, respectively. At the zonal level, cash incentives of Rs 10,000, 5,000, and 3,000 were awarded to the top three winners.

Papum Pare District emerged as the team champion of the 1st-ever Sansad Khel Spardha 2023. East Kameng was the 1st runners-up, and West Siang District was the 2nd runners-up. The AOA also awarded the Best Host District and Discipline District awards. Leparada District Olympic Association was awarded the “Best Host” among the five zones, and Tawang District Olympic Association was awarded the “Best Discipline” by the host AOA.

The Arunachal Olympic Association extended their thanks to Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Kiren Rijiju for providing an opportunity for budding youth to showcase their hidden talents. The event was a massive success, and it is expected to encourage more youths to participate in sports and represent their district in the future.

Arunachal ESports Organisation Hosts Successful Offline Gaming Tournament

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Sango Honda, Choewang’s Kitchen & Gumbu brothers and associates Itanagar shows Support for Esports Community at Arunachal ESports Organisation‘s Esports Tournament

The Arunachal ESports Organisation recently hosted a highly successful one-day Offline Esports Tournament at Hotel Obsidian Blue in Itanagar, with 12 teams participating in the event including No To Drugs (NTD), MAAF, Big Elites (BDE), Team Cry, Nine O’clock, Mane Hoga, Skadoosh, Jin Official, Rebigus Gaming, Team Nefa, Aneil Hunters, and Me Chuddy Buddy. The tournament was a great success, with overall 150 individual participants showcasing their impressive gaming skills throughout the day.

In the end, it was MAAF that emerged victorious as the winners of the tournament, while Team Cry and Team Nefa were the first and second runners-up, respectively.

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MAAF, the winning team, was awarded Rs. 30,000, while TEAM CRY, the first runner up, received Rs. 20,000, and Team NEFA was granted Rs. 10,000 for securing the third position. The MVP award was presented to ID Back2Rusttttt from MAAF, who received a Headset worth of Rs. 5,000.00.

The event was sponsored by Sango Honda, Choewang’s Kitchen and Gumbu brothers and associates Itanagar. They provided the necessary resources and facilities to make the tournament possible. Their support for the esports community was greatly appreciated by the Arunachal ESports Organisation, and their contribution to the success of the event cannot be understated.

The tournament was a thrilling experience for fans of esports in Arunachal Pradesh, showcasing the potential of esports as a mainstream sport. The success of the event is a testament to the growing popularity of esports in the region, and the Arunachal ESports Organisation can be proud of their achievement in hosting such a successful event.

The success of the this esports tournament organized by the Arunachal Esports Organisation has created a buzz in the gaming community of Arunachal. With this encouraging response, the organization is now motivated to conduct regular online and offline esports events, aiming to foster and nurture the gaming talent in the region. This initiative will not only provide a platform for the budding esports players but also create opportunities for the growth of the esports industry in the North East. If you want to stay updated with their upcoming events and activities, don’t forget to follow their Instagram page here.

G-5 wins TKWA Trophy-2023 opener 2-1 against Mami Thawan

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The Tentha Khongbal Welfare Association (TKWA) Trophy-2023 kicked off on Saturday at Tentha Multiplex Ground with a thrilling match between G-5 and Mami Thawan. G-5 managed to edge past Mami Thawan by 2-1 goals in a closely fought contest between the two teams. The 9-a-side men’s tournament featuring 40 teams clubbed into 8 groups was inaugurated by former Minister Dr M Nara, and witnessed by Tentha Zilla Parishad nominee member Kh Priyojit, Pradhan of Tentha Gram Panchayat N Pradeep, Director in-charge of JN Dance Academy Imphal P Bilash, and president of District Football Association Thoubal M Mani as presidium members. G-5’s Roshan (23) and Hemlet (40) scored crucial goals for their team, while Mami Thawan’s Benjamin scored one in the 27th minute. The second Group A match between Yairipok FC and YPO-Sora was scheduled to take place on Sunday, followed by Soccer City-Pangei opening their Group B campaign with Old Star-Kyamgei from 3.10 pm and Salungpham FC taking on Lilong Haoreibi College from 4.20 pm in another Group B match.

Assam Roll Ball Association Selects State Team for Junior National Roll Ball Championship

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All India Admissions Open for Delhi Sports School 2023-24

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Delhi Sports School, Delhi’s first fully residential school dedicated to sports, is now open for new admissions for the academic session 2023-24. The school will offer training in 10 identified Olympic sports, including Archery, Shooting, Athletics (Track and Field), Swimming, Badminton, Table Tennis, Boxing, Weightlifting, Lawn Tennis, and Wrestling. Students will be groomed in a highly competitive environment under the guidance of experienced coaches and utilizing cutting-edge techniques.

Operated and managed by Delhi Sports University, the school aims to provide a world-class environment for students to excel in their chosen sport and represent India on national and international sporting platforms, including the Olympics.

The school will offer a specialized sports integrated curriculum from grades VI to XII, where sporting excellence will be nurtured alongside academics. The assessment of students will be based on their sporting performance along with academics, creating a unique approach to holistic development.

Delhi Sports School will be scouting and grooming sporting talent from an early age to create a talent pool for Delhi Sports University. Students from Delhi Sports School will have the opportunity to continue their sporting and career path at the university, which will provide further career pathways, including excellence in international sports training.

One of the unique features of Delhi Sports School is the provision of free hostel accommodation for outstanding athletes from 6th to 9th grade. Additionally, education up to college and university level will be offered for free by the Delhi government, making it an excellent opportunity for budding athletes to pursue their passion without any financial burden.

The eligibility criteria for admission in Delhi Sports School for the academic session 2023-24 are as follows:

  • For Class 6th and 7th: The age limit is 11-13 years and 12-14 years respectively, as of 30th September 2023. Students must have passed the previous class.
  • For Class 8th and 9th: The age limit is 13-15 years and 14-16 years respectively, as of 30th September 2023. Students must have passed the previous class and should have a record of performance in their chosen sport.

Students applying for admission should be able to produce relevant documents in support of their participation or achievements in their chosen sport, wherever possible.

Admission Process

To understand the registration process, interested candidates can watch the video link provided below, which will provide detailed information about the admission process.

You can understand the registration process through this video

Delhi Sports School is set to become a premier institution for excellence in sports performance, providing a unique platform for talented athletes to hone their skills, pursue their passion, and represent India at the highest level of sporting events. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of this pioneering institution and make your mark in the world of sports.

To download official circular : Click Here

To registrar click the this link : https://dsu.ac.in/dss

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