The Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh has disclosed that Manipur will get an exclusive Sports University soon. The land transfer formalities are nearly complete and shortly the foundation stone will be laid for construction of the multi-crore university campus. Earlier Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, during his very first visit to the Northeast after the formation of government, announced the setting up of a Sports University.

Facts About Manipur

Manipur became a full fledged state in March 1972. The state is surrounded with natural beauty. It is known as “Switzerland of India”.

The capital city of Manipur is Imphal.

The people of primary ethnic group, Meetai, form nearly 60 percent of the total population. Other ethnic groups are Naga, Pangal, Kuki, etc. also exists.

Ningol Chakouba, Kut, Kang (Rath Yatra of Manipur), Heikru Hidongba and Lai haraoba, etc. are the major Festivals.

Game Polo is said to have originated from Manipur. The British made this game very popular.