Head of Department Zunheboto along with the organizing team at DSCZ Indoor Stadiumon October 29. (Morung Photo)
Morung Express News
Zunheboto | October 29
The Zunheboto District 12 Inter Departmental Tournament cum Deputy Commissioner Cup, organised by the District Administration and the District Sports Council Zunheboto (DSCZ), commenced at the DSCZ Indoor Stadiumon October 29. The three-day event features 50 participating departments competing in various sports disciplines.
The tournament was officially declared open by the special guest, Dharam Raj (IAS), Deputy Commissioner and Chairman DSCZ.
In his address, the Deputy Commissioner encouraged all participants to enjoy the event and foster teamwork among departments.
“This is the first time we are coming together to enjoy ourselves as a team. Through this tournament, we aim to promote coordination and inspire a strong sporting spirit—not only in sports but also in our official duties,” he said.
He further expressed hope that participants would showcase their talents with enthusiasm and unity. “We have kept the events simple, with both indoor and outdoor activities. I encourage participation from everyone, not only the men but also the womenfolk. Departments like DHEW and others from the periphery are also eligible to participate. Let us all work together as a team for the welfare of the people,” he added.
The tournament features a range of events, including penalty shoot-out, badminton, chess, carom, and arm wrestling.
Earlier in the programme the opening programme L Chinglem Konyak, NCS, EAC Zunheboto chaired the event, while Veto Sumi, Associate Pastor (S), SBCZ, led the invocation prayer. A special song was presented by Sunon Zhimo, followed by an oath-taking led by Zakato, member of DSCZ. The opening ceremony concluded with a Badminton exhibition match between the Under-13 and Under-15 team.
