[11][12][4] It is built to commemorate the game of "modern polo" being originated from Kangleipak (Meitei for 'Manipur').

[5][16] The gigantic polo statue stands above a pedestal of a three-storey building, with recreational facilities.

[14] The statue's inner structure is made of steel and its outer surface is covered by bronze.

[3][4] On 6 January 2023, the Marjing Polo Statue was inaugurated by Amit Shah, the then Minister of Home Affairs of the Union Government of India,[15][6][18] in the presence of Nongthombam Biren, the then Chief Minister of Manipur,[19] at a function organised by the Department of Tourism, Government of Manipur.

[20] Regarding the inauguration, Amit Shah stated: "It is believed that Sagol Kangjei, the modern-day Polo game originated in Manipur.