Dharamshala, June 22 -- Himachal governor Shiv Pratap Shukla on Sunday inaugurated the International Boxing Championship at The Ridge in Shimla.

The event was organised by the Himachal Pradesh professional boxing association under the theme "Say No to Drugs - Say Yes to Sports". Congratulating the organisers, the governor said that the championship is a great way to honour the memory of former six-time chief minister late Raja Virbhadra Singh. He was not only a great leader but also someone who worked hard for the development of the state. He said that the participation of athletes from India and other countries sends a strong message of respect for the past and also promotes friendship and understanding through sports among people.

He ...