Dimapur, April 12 (EMN): The 44th AR ground at Mokokchung will witness a football match of a different kind between some of the well-known faces and the 44th Assam Rifles stationed at Mokokchung on April 15.
The match has been organised by the 44th Assam Rifles as part of its civic action programme and also to familiarize with the local people on the theme, ‘Sentinels with the sons of the soil’.
The local team, dubbed as Mokokchung Young Hearts United, comprises of nearly thirty players brought in from different walks of life. The team is made up of administrators, social workers, teachers, religious and social leaders, entrepreneurs, youths and so on. Prominent among them are former Chief Secretary Alemtemshi Jamir - the captain of the team, beauty queen Imlibenla Wati, entrepreneurs Tsukti Longkumer, Limalenden, musicians like Wati Imchen, etc. Besides, there are also some veteran footballers who will play from the local side. The Assam Rifles team will be captained by its commandant Col KS Kataria.
Meanwhile, the MYHU invites all to come and witness the match on April 15 at 2pm.
An added attraction of the day will be renowned musician, Nise Meruno as ‘Celebrity Guest’ and a special appearance by upcoming comedian Hopong Naga.
