PR. NO. 129/2026–2027

Lawngtlai, October 5, 2026: Pu M.C. Lalbiakliana, Vice Chairman of the Planning & Development Board, Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC), graced the opening ceremony of the SPANDAN LEAGUE – Junior Boys Football Tournament, organised by the Lai District Football Association (LDFA) and the Border Security Force (BSF), held this morning at Central YLA Playground. He also formally kicked off the tournament.

In his address, Pu M.C. Lalbiakliana expressed his happiness over the initiative taken by the LDFA and BSF to organise the SPANDAN LEAGUE – Junior Boys Football Tournament. He expressed hope that the tournament would play an important role in nurturing young talents and guiding them towards a brighter future.

Encouraging the players, he emphasised that success in sports requires determination, dedication and sincere effort. He urged them to stay away from drugs and other harmful substances that could damage their health. He extended his best wishes to all the participants, reminding them that hard work, discipline and self-control are essential to achieving success.

Dr. Isaac Lalnunpuia, Secretary of the LDFA Grassroots Committee, chaired the programme. Shri Vinay Kaushal, Deputy Commandant of the 92nd Battalion BSF, Zotlang, Lunglei, also addressed the gathering and encouraged the young players.

The tournament is scheduled to be held from October 5 to October 8, 2026.

Written and Published by: I & PR Department, LADC, Lawngtlai.