DIMAPUR, OCT 19 (NPN): The fifth edition of the Tening Town Interward Football League 2026 kicked off at the Local Ground, Tening Town, on October 17 under the theme, “Say No to Drugs.”
A total of 18 teams representing nine wards are participating in the tournament across men’s and women’s categories, bringing together young football enthusiasts to promote sportsmanship, unity and a healthy lifestyle.
Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC), Jalukie, Sizin Rentta, graced the inaugural programme as the special guest. Addressing the gathering, he urged the youth to uphold discipline and punctuality, describing them as essential qualities for success in sports and life.
He also called upon the community to extend support to individuals struggling with drug addiction, emphasising the need for compassion and understanding rather than stigma and discrimination. He encouraged collective efforts to help affected individuals reintegrate into society and lead healthy, productive and meaningful lives.
The tournament, organised with the objective of promoting sporting talent, strengthening unity and raising awareness against drug abuse, will conclude on October 21, 2026.
The inaugural programme commenced with an invocation prayer by Rev. Kamwang Rentta, pastor of Tening Town Baptist Church, seeking God’s blessings for the occasion. President of Tening Town Youth Organisation (TTYO), Bakam, delivered the welcome address, while Agunkamliu enthralled the gathering with a special musical performance.
