Manoj Kami, a talented long-distance runner from Sikkim, secured a silver medal in the 1500-metre race at the Indian Open Athletics Meet 2025.
The prestigious national athletics competition was hosted earlier this month in Patna by the Bihar State Sports Authority in collaboration with the Bihar Athletics Association.
Manoj, 21, finished second in the 1500 m track event, earning the silver medal. He hails from Bongten, Dentam in West Sikkim and currently trains at the Bright Future Athletic Club located in Reshithang near Gangtok.
The athletic club extended its heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Sikkim, the Sports Department, and the State Athletics Association for their continued support. They also acknowledged the assistance provided by Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
The 2025 edition of the Indian Open Athletics Meet saw participation from 390 athletes representing various institutions, including Indian Railways, ONGC, and other government bodies. The meet featured multiple track events such as 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m, and 10,000m races, along with 14 field events including long jump, triple jump, shot put, and javelin throw.