The closing ceremony of the Khelo India Football Tournament was held today at WAPO Ground, Sechü-Zubza, organized by the 78 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in collaboration with the Sports Authority of India (SAI). In the final match, the Phesama Students’ Union (PSU) emerged as champions, defeating the Khonoma Students’ Union (KSU) with a score of 1–0.
The event marked the culmination of an exciting series of matches aimed at promoting sportsmanship, physical fitness, and youth engagement under the Khelo India initiative.
Rupin Sharma, IPS, Director General of Police, Nagaland, graced the occasion 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 further 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.
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“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.
Explaining the recruitment process, he mentioned that 45 marks are allotted for the physical test and 40 marks for the written examination, giving an advantage to physically fit and athletic candidates. “You stand a very good chance if you are a sportsman. Please apply for the recruitment,” he urged.
The DGP also expressed appreciation to Modern College and Don Bosco School for their assistance in organizing the tournament and congratulated the CRPF officers and personnel for their successful coordination.
Individual Awards:
Player of the Tournament: Mezhülhoulie Zashümo (PSU)
Best Goalkeeper: Vikehiekho Seleyi (PSU)
Highest Scorers: Neiphivilie Seyie (PSU) and Mezhülhoulie Zashümo
The champion team received a cash prize of ₹15,000 along with citations and certificates, while the runner-up received ₹10,000. Individual awardees were also presented with certificates and ₹1,000 each.
The event concluded with the presentation of awards by the DGP Nagaland, followed by a vote of thanks and a friendly interaction between the players and dignitaries.
