Trophy of North East Women’s Football League Unveils by Mary Kom

Rajya Sabha MP and India’s boxing sensation Mary Kom announced the date of North East Women’s Football League

The iron lady also unveiled the trophy amidst a high-octane environment at The Lalit, New Delhi.

The North East Women’s Football League will be organised by Anantpura Sports Event Pvt. Ltd., and it will be played under the aegis of All Manipur Football Association.

The other notable personalities present at the event were Mr. Ratan Kumar Singh (President All Manipur Football Association), Mr. L Jyotirmay Roy (Secretary, AMFA and Directorof Anantpura Sports), M. Anas Pathan (Tournament Coordinator), and Kirti Mishra (Mrs India Worldwide).

Commenting on the upcoming league, Mary Kom said,

“The league is going to be a game-changer in North East, where despite so many challenges and constraints, women have immense potential for sports. The only thing required is enough contribution and support from governments as well as business houses.I have interest in other sports as well and same I expect from the women of North East to come forward and exhibit their mettle in sports arena,”

While addressing the media, Mr. Amin Pathan, Chairman of ASEPL, said,

“The motto of this event is to promote women empowerment and encourage more youngsters, especially women, to participate and excel in sports.”