Manipur govt awards NDA cadet

Imphal, June 06 (UNI) The Manipur government has announced a cash reward of Rs five lakh for Romen Yumnam in appreciation of his outstanding performance in the National Defence Academy (NDA), Mr A N Jha, Secretary to the Manipur Chief Minister, said here today.

Mr Yumnam, of Langmeidong Maning Mayai Leikai, Thoubal district, passed out from the NDA with flying colours and has become the first person from the Northeastern region to be honoured with the President's Gold Medal.

He has also been honoured with the Best Army Cadet Medal, Best in the Outdoor Training Medal, Gold Medal of the Most Promising Boxer in 2006, Most Scientific Boxer of the NDA in 2007, Runner Up title in Bakshi Cup Golf and Bronze Medal in 1500 metre race in NDA in 2007.

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