Jowai, Dec 19: With the aim of promoting boxing the West Jaiñtia Boxing Association (WJBA) in collaboration with the District Administration of West Jaiñtia Hills and the District Sports Officer organised the Boxing Fight Night – a competition for the pugilists from the District and the state – on Saturday evening.

The event was organised at the Ummulong Tourist Taxi Stand, Iawmusiang near the Jowai Police Station.

During the evening, a short meeting was held where the Deputy Commissioner, Garod LSN Dykes, was present as the Chief Guest in the presence of DSP, Mc Joel Marngar, the District Sports Officer, Khroobok Passah, amongst others.

The Deputy Commissioner in his address hoped that by organising such events it will encourage the youth to take up this sport and to stay away from all anti-social activities.

He also urged upon the members of the Association and the public to get themselves vaccinated against COVID-19 because vaccine is the only way to protect the family and their loved ones.