Major Laishram Jyotin Singh Football Tournament Concludes with Thrilling Finale in Manipur
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24 March, 2025 09:35 am IST
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The Indian Army successfully concluded the Major Laishram Jyotin Singh, Ashok Chakra (Posthumous) Football Tournament at Moirang, Bishnupur district, with an electrifying final match at the Multipurpose Higher Secondary School.
The tournament, which began on March 12, 2025, featured eight teams from across Manipur competing in multiple age categories in a league-cum-knockout format. The competition saw an intense display of footballing talent, with the semi-finals held on March 20 and the final match on March 23, 2025.
In the championship showdown, Football Club Raengdai (FCR) faced off against Rising Athletic Union (RAU) in a high-energy contest that captivated over 2,000 spectators from Moirang and nearby villages. Team FC Raengdai emerged victorious with a 2-0 win, lifting the coveted trophy.
The prize distribution ceremony saw individual honors awarded to standout performers:
- Best Goalkeeper: Laishram Premkumar (WAFA)
- Best Player of the Tournament: M. Jojo (RAU)
- Top Scorer: Laishram Bikramjit
As part of the closing ceremony, the Indian Army paid tribute to Late Major Laishram Jyotin Singh by honoring his family members, recognizing his supreme sacrifice for the nation. The event was graced by senior Army officials, including Maj Gen SS Kartikeya, GOC, Red Shield Division, and Lieutenant General KH Singh (Retd). The presence of Padma Shri & Arjuna Awardee Oinam Devi, former Indian footballer, further inspired the young participants.
The tournament, organized with the support of the All Manipur Football Association and District Football Association, Bishnupur, aimed to promote sportsmanship, fitness, and community bonding among the youth of Manipur.
Addressing the gathering, GOC, Red Shield Division, expressed gratitude for the local community's unwavering support to the Indian Army in maintaining peace and fostering development under Operation Sadbhavana. He highlighted various Army-led initiatives, including the establishment of a Cosmetic Production Unit and Yarn Bank in Bishnupur District to empower women through skill development. He also emphasized training programs for Agniveer recruitment, NEET and JEE coaching, and support for competitive exams like UPSC and SSC.
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