Imphal, Nov. 22 -- The much-awaited 15th Manipur Polo International Tournament 2025 began on Saturday at the historic Mapal Kangjeibung, marking the return of Manipur's premier polo event after a two-year hiatus.

Five teams are participating this year, Colombia, the United States of America, Chhattisgarh, India A (IPA) and India B (Manipur), with Colombia making its debut in the tournament. The inauguration ceremony was graced by Puneet Kumar Goel, Chief Secretary, Government of Manipur, H. Deleep Singh, Honorary President of the Manipur Horse Riding & Polo Association (MHRPA), and Dr. Shailesh Kumar Chaurasia, Commissioner, Government of Manipur, who attended as Chief Guest, President and Guest of Honour respectively.

The Chief Secretary...