Sports is groundwork of peace, says Manglenthang Zou
Source: The Sangai Express
Kangpokpi, November 28 2018:
Sports is the groundwork of peace among various communities and it is the basic step to bring together the two conflicting party on a peaceful negotiation table for understanding and better relationship said Manglenthang Zou.
Manglenthang Zou attended the semi-final match of Thadou Trophy Open Football Tournament held under the motto "Fraternity through Sports" at Damdei playground, Kangpokpi since the few weeks while I Ibohal, EE, PWD, National Highway-2 and Rev Khupthang Sitlhou, Adm Secy Omega School attended as guest of honour and functional president respectively.
Manglenthang Zou, who is also an enthusiastic former football player, said that games and sports shall be promoted at the maximum since it is one of the best platform to create the groundwork of peaceful negotiation between two conflicting party or groups.
He also stressed on the importance of promoting games and sports among the youth as it can bring both fame and laurel to the society and his country at large apart from professional dimension.
Kuki Football Academy (KFA) defeated LAYO Eleven 5-1 via tie break after they were held a goalless draw during normal time.
The Thadou Trophy Open Football Tournament is being organized by Thadou Trophy Organizing Committee and will culminate tomorrow with a final match between KFA and TSAC& T FC .