International Youth Day observed
Source: The Sangai Express
CCpur, August 11 2018:
The International Youth Day (IYD) was observed today at Mata village in Churachandpur with the theme "Safe spaces for youth" under the aegis of Indo Global Social Service Society (IGSSS).
The event witnessed the organiser, an NGO dedicated on youth development, hosting an awareness programme at the village community hall as well as a football tournament thereafter at the village play ground.
The District Coordinator of NYK, Churachandpur H Doungel and leaders of Zillai Churachandpur District attended the observation as dignitaries.
Although the actual schedule of the Youth Day is tomorrow, it has been adjusted for today as the observation falls on Sunday, according to IGSSS.
The IGSSS currently operates in 11 villages including at Mata with development of youth as their main focus.
The dignitaries spoke at length on the need to nurture today's youth in the best possible way within a positive ambience.
Meanwhile, 12 football teams joined the football tournament with about 200 youths assembled at the campaign.