The Longleng District Volleyball Association (LDVA), in collaboration with the District Hubfor Empowerment of Women/Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (DHEW/BBBP), Longleng, organised the 1st Edition of the Longleng District Open Women’s Volleyball Tournament 2026 at the Local Ground, Longleng, on October 20.

Addressing the gathering, Ase Pongshi lauded the Longleng District Volleyball Association for organising the tournament. She stated that the tournament will provide a valuable platform to the women volleyball players to showcase their skills, talent, and sporting abilities. Appreciating the initiative, she expressed her hope that the tournament would encourage greater participation of women in sports.

Speaking on the theme “One Team, One Dream, One Vision,” she emphasised that games and sports are equally important as education in the holistic development of an individual. She stated that sports play a vital role in promoting socialisation, emotional stability, physical fitness, and the overall well-being of the body, mind, and soul.

She further highlighted that sporting events create opportunities to build meaningful relationships, foster mutual respect among teams and opponents, and strengthen unity and understanding within the community. Expressing optimism, she hoped that the tournament would mark the beginning of a lasting and inspiring sporting tradition in Longleng district.

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Encouraging all participating teams, she urged the players to compete with integrity, dedication, and commitment while learning to acknowledge and appreciate one another, irrespective of the outcome. She concluded by extending her best wishes to all the participating teams for a successful and memorable tournament. She also declared the tournament open.

The tournament marks an important step towards promoting women’s participation in sports, nurturing local sporting talent, and fostering unity, teamwork, and sportsmanship in Longleng district. Through this initiative, the Longleng District Volleyball Association aims to encourage more women to participate in sports and contribute towards building a stronger sporting culture in the district.

The opening ceremony commenced with an invocation by Chulei Phom, Christian Education Secretary, Phom Baptist Churches Association (PBCA), followed by the welcome address by the President of the Longleng District Volleyball Association. A special number was presented by Lichei Y Phom. The programme was chaired by Ayung B Phom.