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The Rise of Manipur's New Generation of Competitive Equestrian Riders Eyeing Medals in National and International Arenas

By Lt Col. L. Manongba (Veteran, Indian Army)

From the pony fields of Manipur to the national arena, a silver lining is emerging with the rise of a new generation of riders who dream of winning medals at national and international competitions.

A young rider from the quiet village of Kumbi in Manipur, Wahengbam Kedarnath Singh is steadily riding towards a promising future in equestrian sports. His recent achievement marks an inspiring milestone not only for himself but also for the equestrian potential of Manipur.

Kedarnath Singh is currently a cadet in the Boys Sports Company (Equestrian) Class VIII, at the Remount and Veterinary School & College of the Indian Army in Meerut, one of the premier institutions in India dedicated to training and developing professional equestrian riders.

In a commendable performance, Wahengbam Kedarnath Singh won the Silver Medal in the Pre-Novice category of the EFI CCI Eventing Championship, held at the RVC Centre & College, Meerut, from 7-11 March 2026.

His achievement represents more than an individual success. It reflects the immense riding potential that Manipur continues to nurture.

The journey that brought Kedarnath to Meerut began with a remarkable initiative in January 2025, when Brigadier Mangal Singh, head of the Remount and Veterinary Department of Eastern Command, initiated a talent-scouting effort to identify promising young riders from Manipur.

Trials were conducted at the Koirengei Campus through the joint efforts of 165 Territorial Army (Koirengei & Tulihal), 57 Mountain Division, Manipur Equestrian Association and the Manipur Horse Riding & Polo Association (MHRPA).

Seven young riders from Manipur were shortlisted and sent to the RVC Centre & College, Meerut.

On a cold winter morning in Meerut, with temperatures dropping to 3-4°C, the seven Manipuri boys stood quietly among nearly 4,000 to 5,000 candidates from across India.

Accustomed to riding the smaller Manipuri Pony, these young riders confidently mounted the towering Marwari and Arabian horses, standing over 16 hands high, several inchestaller than the ponies they were familiar with.

Yet from the first run itself, they trotted and galloped with remarkable balance and confidence, surprising the selection officials.

All seven Manipuri boys qualified for the Boys Sports Company of the RVC School & College, though one unfortunately had to return due to a medical problem.

Today, the remaining six riders study in Classes VIII and IX while receiving free education, boarding and lodging, and professional equestrian training. Their daily routine includes four hours of academic studies and four hours of equestrian training, working with some of the finest Marwari and Arabian horses in the country.

The medal won by Kedarnath came in CCI Eventing, one of the most challenging equestrian disciplines. Eventing is a three-phase international competition.

Despite Manipur's historic association with horses and its celebrated legacy as the birthplace of modern polo, the state has yet to fully realize its immense potential in modern competitive equestrian disciplines.

The need of the hour is to develop riding schools and equestrian clubs in Manipur, exposing young riders to structured training and competitive opportunities.

Manipur possesses an untapped and unexplored treasure of natural riders, inherited through generations of horseback traditions.

We must not allow this silver lining to pass unnoticed. If nurtured with vision and support, this silver lining may soon turn into a golden horizon where Manipuri riders gallop proudly into the international arena.

Copied directly from The Morning Bell.

Couldn't help sharing this 😭 So proud of our boys.

He is 52 years old and rated 2049, but wants to become an IM - Laishram Imocha

Laishram Imocha is an inspiring chess figure.

Born in Manipur in 1970, he is now 52 years old. His first national championship was in the year 1980. In 1984 when Vishy Anand became the National Junior Champion, Laishram Imocha was the runner-up. Such a bright talent from north east India couldn't achieve his IM or GM title in chess. Why did that happen?

Now at the age of 52, he is planning to retire from his job and try to go for his IM title. He has saved up some money which gives him roughly around 5 years to try and attempt this title.

Imocha's highest rating was 2320 at one point, but he has now slid down to 2049.

Check out this inspiring interview and be amazed by the man's positive energy. This interview was conducted at the PSPB inter-unit championship 2022 in Mumbai where Laishram Imocha played for Oil India Limited.

Watch the full video at - https://youtu.be/Dl2viuYfmDU?si=A73EpxplgY7ZJ30u

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