ASU and MSU team with others during the handing over ceremony of NSF Trophy tour on July 28.
Kohima, July 28 (MExN): The Trophy Tour of the NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy was officially handed over to the Angami Students’ Union (ASU) today by Mao Students’ Union (MSU) at Asufü Turf, Senapati, Manipur.
Addressing the handing over ceremony as the chief host Losü Dikho, MLA 48 Mao A/C, acknowledged the NSF Martyrs Memorial Trophy tour across all inhabited Naga areas, highlighting its significance in commemorating the 25th Anniversary Edition.
He emphasised the tour’s purpose in honoring sacrifices and promoting unity through football, a modern symbol of togetherness and urged youth to pursue professionalism in the sport for a brighter future.
Medo Yokha, Convenor of the Steering Committee for the 25th Anniversary Edition of the NSF Martyrs’ Memorial Trophy, thanked God for the successful trophy tour reaching the Mao Students’ Union and the handing-over ceremony.
He emphasised the message of peace and unity through football, now in its 25th edition, and called on all football lovers to participate in the upcoming tournament and expressed hope for the Naga society to unite under a shared history.
Diezevisie Nakhro, President, Angami Students’ Union, also emphasised the growing communication within the student fraternity, which is fostering unity and paving the way for a brighter future for all Nagas.
Earlier, commemorating the occasion, an exhibition football match was also held between teams representing ASU and MSU, marking the significance of the trophy handover ceremony and fostering unity and sportsmanship among the student communities.
