Republic Day football tournament concludes
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 25, 2012:
The Republic Day Football Tournament organised by 33 Assam Rifles of Loktak Brigade under the Red Shield Division concluded today at Moirang Multipurpose Higher Secondary School ground with Phubala Football Club wresting the title with a solitary goal defeat of Modern ideal Youth Club, Thanga.
The closing ceremony of the tournament marked the coming together of the people of Bishnupur, Nonei and Gothal on one platform involving sports and culture in which Manipur has became a model for other states, expressed a PIB (DW) release.
While the 'Peace and Harmony Meet' showcased the varied cultures, the final football match displayed the sporting talent.
The event also witnessed many enthusiastic men, women and children celebrating the genius of sports and rich culture.
The ceremony began with the address by Comdt 33 Assam Rifles Col Naresh Bhardwaj who welcomed the chief guest Commander Loktak Brigade Brig Laove Verma, and other distinguished guests along with the people who had come in so many numbers and traveled long distances.
Addressing the gathering, Brig Laove Verma specially appreciated the rich sports and cultural heritage of Manipur and conveyed resolve of the security forces in fostering these aspects of Manipur continuously.
He gave away the prizes to both the teams, as well as incentives to all participating teams of the tournament, including the officials.
To add to the grandeur, a Band display by 6/8 GR comprising of brass and wood wind instruments such as Trombones, Clarinet, Saxophone and Carnets, was organized reflecting the regalia and the splendor of the Army.