Sixth edition of Late Major Bob Khathing Tournament 2017 kicked-off
Ukhrul, 20 February 2017
Sixth edition of Late Major Bob Khathing Tournament 2017 kicked-off
Sixth edition of the prestigious Late Major Bob Khathing Tournament 2017 was kicked off on 18 February 2017 at Ukhrul with fanfare. Being organized by 27 Assam Rifles of 10 Sector Assam Rifles under aegis of HQ IGAR (South) the tournament commemorates the memory of Major Bob Khathing a legend of Ukhrul. The Tournament was first conducted in 2012 and since then it has become a much awaited event in the picturesque town of Ukhrul.
The Opening Ceremony was inaugurated by Mrs Niti Mohla of HQ 10 Sector Assam Rifles. A colourful cultural programme of folk songs and dances was followed by unveiling of the trophy and releasing of peace doves. The first football match of the tournament was played between UUFC and NVA and won UUFC by 3-0.
The tournament will also feature Women’s Volleyball and Choir Singing competition. Closing Ceremony is scheduled on 24 Feb 17 and Wreath Laying at Major Bob Khating Memorial at Mantripukhri on 28 Feb 2017.
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This Press Release was posted on February 21 2017
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