Port Blair, May 13: The pride of Andaman and Nicobar Islands – Mr. KP Mammu, a resident of Mannarghat, South Andaman recently won accolades in the recent World Fire Fighters Games, 2022 arrived at Port Blair on 12th May 2022.
On his arrival, he was welcomed with a rousing reception by a large number of Islanders, members of the Andaman Moplah Service Organization and the regional citizens of the Mannarghat area including Pradhan Mannarghat and PRI members apart from family members.
Mr. KP Mammu proved his mettle in the World Fire Fighters Games, 2022 held in Portugal. At the outset, he represented and participated in the international event representing India which is a coveted achievement.
Going beyond that, Mr. KP Mammu won 01 Gold Medal and 02 Bronze Medal at the World Fire Fighting Games. He won Gold Medal in the Long Jump event and Bronze medals in 100m Sprint and Javelin throw events. On his arrival in Delhi, he was warmly accorded and welcomed by the Sports Authority of India.
The Executive Committee of AMSO led by Mr. N Yusuf, President and Mr. Abdul Siddique, General Secretary presented bouquets, medals, and shawls to Mr. KP Mammu on his arrival.
Sharing their thoughts, Mr. N. Yusuf expressed that it is a very proud moment for the Islanders. Representing the country at the International level and that too Winning Gold and Bronze medals is indeed a great achievement and congratulated him on behalf of the entire community.
Mr. Abdul Siddique remarked that the achievement of Mr. KP Mammu is a classic example of his sheer dedication, hard work and commitment to sports. He expressed happiness that the achievement of Mr. KP Mammu has come at the right time when the Moplah Community as a whole is celebrating its 100th Year of existence in this beautiful Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Overwhelmed by the rousing reception, Mr. KP Mammu expressed happiness and exhorted that age should not be a factor in achieving unique things in life if one has the sheer dedication, focus, and craving for it. Sending across the message to the youngsters, he urged all youngsters to take an active part in Sports to be focused and healthier and restrain from Drugs and other ill practices in life.
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