AR organises inter-village football, volleyball tournament
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, August 24 2016:
10th Inter Village Football and Volleyball tournament was organised by 29 Assam Rifles of 28 Sector Assam Rifles under the aegis of HQ IGAR (South) as assistance under the banner of Saibol Hengcham Assam Rifles Joupi Youth Association (SHAJYA) on the occasion of 70th Independence Day at Joupi in Chandel district.
The tournament was inaugurated by SDO, Khengjoy.
A total of 16 teams from various villages participated in the tournament.
The final matches were played on August 20.Commander of 28 Sector Assam Rifles was the chief guest for the final match, informed a statement issued by the PRO of IGAR (S) .
Every match witnessed a thumping local support.
Sahao Youth Club stood 1st in women's volleyball while Nakong Youth Club came 1st in men's volleyball.
Men's football title was won by SHAJYA Football Club, Joupi.
Brigadier Rajesh Kumar, SM, VSM, Commander 28 Sector Assam Rifles gave away prizes to the winning teams and appreciated enthusiasm and interest shown by each and every team in championship.
He also commended efforts put in by the villagers in making championship a success.