05-05-2025
Martial Arts Training and Research Centre inaugurated in Nagercoil
Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Monday inaugurated the Traditional Martial Arts Training and Research Centre at Anna Stadium in Nagercoil through video conferencing.
Following the inauguration, Minister of Milk and Dairy Development Mano Thangaraj and Kanniyakumari Collector R. Alagumeena visited the centre.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Alagumeena said that martial arts played a vital role in developing mental strength and self-confidence among individuals. Also, martial arts contributed in naturally enhancing immunity and protecting the human body from various illnesses.
Highlighting the district's strength in the field of martial arts, she said Kanniyakumari was home to some of the best martial arts trainers and players. The centre would play a key role in promoting traditional martial arts, which had significant value in Tamil literature and history, by passing them on to the next generation.
A total of 40 students comprising 20 boys and 20 girls had been selected for training at the centre. Two trainers had been appointed, each receiving a monthly honorarium of ₹25,000.
The Collector also expressed hope that the initiative would help sustain the martial arts culture and future generations to embrace it.
