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Imphal, July 26
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Monday introduced that weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, who received Silver on the Tokyo Olympics, can be appointed because the Extra Superintendent of Police within the state police division.
The state authorities would additionally reward her with Rs 1 crore, the chief minister stated.
The Olympian who received the silver medal within the 49 kg class will maintain the designation of Extra Superintendent of Police (Sports activities), Singh stated.
The Manipur authorities has additionally determined to ascertain a world-class weightlifting academy within the state quickly, he added.
Judoka L Sushila Devi will even be promoted from the rank of constable to sub-inspector, Singh stated.
All contributors of the Tokyo Olympics can be handed a sum of Rs 25 lakhs, he introduced.
A minimum of 5 athletes from Manipur, together with Chanu, Devi and boxer Mary Kom, are representing the nation on the ongoing Tokyo Olympics. PTI
