National tug of war championship from Nov 7

The 17th National Tug Of War Championship for men and women will be organised at Village Haripura of District Sirsa (Haryana) on November 7 and 8 by the Haryana State Tug of War Association under the aegis of All India Tug of War Federation.

At least 550 participants of 42 tug of war teams from 24 states are likely to take part in the event. HS Bhadu, Secretary General, All India Tug of War Federation said here on Wednesday.

Bhadu said that for the success and smooth conduct of the Championship an organising committee and various sub-committees like, reception, accommodation, food, technical, records and results, ceremonial committee have been formed.

He said that world famous scientist Dr Kuldip Singh Dhindsa, Director General, Jannayak Ch Devilal Vidyapeeth Sirsa will be chief guest at the opening ceremony of the 17th National Tug of War Championship.