Independence Cup 2023 kicks off at Senapati
Source: Chronicle News Service / DIO
Senapati, August 08 2023:
Senapati deputy commissioner Mamoni Doley kicked off the Independence Cup 2023 at Astro Turf Football Ground, here, on Tuesday.
The football tournament organised by Senapati district administration in collaboration with Senapati District Olympic Association, Manipur is being participated by seven colleges in Senapati district namely Mt Pisgah College, Asufii Christian Institute, Don Bosco College Maram, Lungnila Elizabeth College, Mt Zion College, St Xavier College and Mt Everest College.
Addressing the gathering, Senapati DC Mamoni Doley stated that the Independence Cup 2023 is been organised to celebrate the spirit of independence and freedom.
She also stated that winning or losing the trophy is not necessary but team work and participation.
She mentioned that football game is a valuable lesson for all that taught us about collaboration and communication in the team likewise the government along with various organisations need teamwork to run the governance smoothly.
She appealed to players to respect each other and play fairly.
She also called on the participants to inculcate the spirit of togetherness and wished the players to play their best.
She also appealed to general public to come and witness the matches.
Additional district magistrate PP Ronald who is also the adviser of SDOAM, in his speech, applauded the participants for their co-operation.
He said that the football is one of the greatest events in sport as it has millions of fan all over the world.
He further said that football is an exciting game with unpredictable outcome.
He mentioned that Independence Cup 2023 is one of its first kinds in the district to be organised by Senapati district administration and SDOAM.
He expressed belief that the tournament will boost the youth and students of the district to excel in the extra co-curriculum activities also.
He als o appealed to student to develop the spirit of patriotism and love for motherland like those freedom fighters.
The programme was also attended by Senapati District Sport Association president and members, SDOAM officials and Colleges Principals, teachers and students.