Border News Agency

Maungdaw, October 29.

A traditional Rakhine wrestling competition was held on October 23 and 24 under the leadership of a wrestling club to promote a new generation of Rakhine wrestlers and preserve the region’s traditional heritage.

At the competition, the first-place winner in the Golden Pole category was awarded 3 million kyats, while the second-place winner received 2 million kyats.

The event was organized to encourage young people to take a greater interest in traditional wrestling and to ensure that this cultural heritage is preserved for future generations.

The wrestling club was established on June 3 this year by former veteran wrestlers.