Kohima prepares for Dr. T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament

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• A consultative meeting underway at the DPDB Hall, Kohima, on Thursday, in preparation for the upcoming Dr. T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament.

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• DIMAPUR — A consultative meeting was held at the DPDB Hall, Kohima, on Thursday to discuss and coordinate preparations for the upcoming Dr. T Ao Inter-District Football Tournament, scheduled to take place in Kohima from August 1 to the 15th.
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• Chaired by Deputy Commissioner of Kohima, B Henok Buchem, the meeting saw the participation of officials, including the general secretary of the Nagaland Football Association (NFA) and MLA Benei M Lamthiu, and the president of NFA, K Neibou Sekhose, according to a DIPR report.
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• On the occasion, Lamthiu highlighted the improvement in the standard of football tournaments in the state, stressing the importance of serious and dedicated organisation. He emphasised that the All India Football Federation (AIFF) considers Nagaland a key player in football development in the north-east and across India.
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• Lamthiu called upon all officers to be proactive in their responsibilities and assured that the NFA would extend technical support to ensure the success of the tournament, which, he said, would serve as a crucial platform for young footballers.

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• DC Buchem acknowledged the high standards set by Tuensang district in hosting the previous edition of the tournament and urged Kohima officials to strive to surpass those benchmarks in the upcoming event.
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• Sekhose shared insights on the tournament’s history and significance, noting its official recognition by the AIFF and adding that all players and officials involved would be officially registered in the portal.
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• The meeting concluded with a detailed discussion among Kohima district officers regarding the formation of various committees and a roadmap for the successful organisation of the tournament.