Officials pose for a photo during the launch of the poster and mascot for the 10th edition of the Late Captain N Kenguruse, MVC Memorial Football Tournament at Kohima Science College, Jotsoma in Kohima on October 16.
Kohima, October 16 (MExN): The poster and mascot for the 10th edition of the Late Captain N Kenguruse, MVC Memorial Football Tournament were unveiled, and its theme song released, at Kohima Science College, Jotsoma, marking a milestone in the run-up to the tournament.
The college was the alma mater of Captain N Kenguruse, who was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra (MVC) for his exceptional courage during the Kargil War.
H Sethrongkyu Sangtam, MLA and Advisor for Information Technology and Communication, Economics and Statistics, and Evaluation, attended the ceremony as the chief guest, while MLA Dr Tsielhoutou Rhutso was the guest of honour. The parents of the late Captain, Neseilie Kenguruse and his wife, were also present.
Inspector General Assam Rifles (North) hosted the event on behalf of Spear Corps and Assam Rifles. It was attended by officers from the civil administration, Assam Rifles, the Indian Army and Nagaland Police, executives of the Nagaland Football Association, community leaders, social media influencers, National Cadet Corps cadets and students from various educational institutions.
Organised under the aegis of Spear Corps and Assam Rifles as part of Operation Sadbhavana, the tournament honours Captain Kenguruse's legacy and aims to inspire young people through the values of patriotism, discipline, perseverance, teamwork and fair play. It also provides a platform for emerging football talent to showcase their abilities.
The unveiling of the poster and mascot and the release of the theme song formally set the stage for the 10th edition of the tournament, scheduled to be held at IG Stadium, Kohima, from November 2 to 9, 2026.
The tournament is expected to bring together football teams from all districts of Nagaland, along with supporters and sports enthusiasts, for a celebration of sporting talent, sportsmanship and the enduring spirit of the state.
