Mr. Khamba
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Mr. Khamba, also known as Mister Khamba (ꯃꯤꯁ꯭ꯇꯔ ꯈꯝꯕ), is an annual bodybuilding competition held in the Indian state of Manipur, named after Khamba, a legendary hero and paragon of masculinity in Meitei culture. Celebrated for his strength, valor, and physical prowess, Khuman Khamba serves as the symbolic inspiration for the event, which aims to promote fitness, discipline, and cultural pride among Manipuri youth. Mr. Khamba is part of a broader tradition of bodybuilding contests in the state, alongside other notable events such as Mr. Manipur, Mr. Moirang Khamba (also known as Mr. Manipur Moirang Khamba), Mr. Pari Shajou and Mr. Kangleipak for men, and Miss Kangleipak for women. It is organized by the All Manipur Body Builders Association (AMBBA) and the Body Builders' Association of Imphal West.[1]
The 10th Mr Khamba 2023 Inter District Bodybuilding Championship was cancelled due to the 2023 crisis in Manipur. This event, usually held every year on Patriots' Day, was dedicated to the martyrs of the state. The All Manipur Body Builders Association (AMBBA) also asked all district-level groups to cancel all bodybuilding competitions for 2023, which are usually held in July and August.[2][3]