DGP Rupin Sharma and others with winning team PSU on October 27.
Our Correspondent
Kohima | October 27
Phesama Students’ Union (PSU) today emerged as champions of Khelo India Open Football Tournament held at WAPO Ground, Sechu-Zubza in Kohima district.
The tournament was organized by 78 Battalion of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in collaboration with Sports Authority of India (SAI).
In final match, PSU defeated Khonoma Students’ Union (KSU) 1-0 to emerge the champion title.
PSU team received a cash prize of Rs15,000 along with citations while KSU received Rs10,000.
In order of individual excellence, MezhülhoulieZashümo (PSU) bagged Player of the Tournament and VikehiekhoSeleyi (PSU) as Best Goalkeeper.
NeiphivilieSeyie (PSU) and MezhülhoulieZashümo (PSU) secured award for highest scorers.
Individual awardees were also presented with certificates and Rs1000 each.
The tournament aimed at promoting sportsmanship, physical fitness, and youth engagement under Khelo India initiative.
Rupin Sharma, Director General of Police, Nagaland, graced the closing ceremony as the Chief Guest.
In his address, he lauded the efforts of the CRPF and SAI for organizing the tournament and for their continued contribution in encouraging young athletes to develop discipline, teamwork, and a sporting spirit.
Highlighting the importance of sports, the DGP emphasized that it instills discipline and fitness among youth and the general public.
He commended the CRPF for organizing such tournaments not only in Nagaland but also across the Northeast, including Manipur, under the Khelo India initiative.
“This is a very good initiative by the CRPF,” he remarked.
Sharma expressed his intention to collaborate with the CRPF to enable Nagaland Police to organize similar sports tournaments in the future.
Stressing the importance of connecting with the public through sports, he informed that Nagaland Police recruitment has resumed after nearly four years and encouraged youth, especially sportspersons, to apply.
“We are looking forward to recruiting young boys and girls in Nagaland Police, especially sportspersons. This is a good opportunity not only to follow your passion in sports but also to build a secure future,” he said.
