The All Manipur Body Builders Association appealed to bodybuilders and gymnasium officials not to participate in a tournament organised by association, which is not recognised by Youth Affairs & Sports, Manipur.

In a fervent appeal to bodybuilders and gym officials alike, AMBBA said those bodybuilders who had participated in such a non-recognised body will not be allowed to participate in Mr Manipur and other competitions.

As AMMBA is advocating for one body or one association status, holding of such competition by non-recognised body will smear the hardwork and commitment of All Manipur BodyBuilders Association, which had the recognition and patronage of YAS Manipur, according a statement from Y.Sunanta, General Secretary AMBBA.