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Education Minister Attends Semifinal Match of MP Rajya Sabha Challenge Cup Football Tournament

Date: 30-Sep-2024
Pakyong, 30 September (IPR):
Mr Raju Basnet, Minister of Education, Sports and Youth Affairs, Law and Parliamentary Affairs Department, attended the semifinal match of the MP Rajya Sabha Challenge Cup Football Tournament at the ground of the Pachey Samsing Senior Secondary School.
The tournament, which serves to honour the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi, is part of the broader festivities surrounding Gandhi’s birth anniversary.
The highlight of the day was a semifinal match between Tribal Sporting and New Moon Gangtok. The Tribal Sporting emerged victorious with a narrow score of 1-0, securing their place in the finals.
Mr Bemon Bhujel was awarded the title of Man of the Match for his performance.
Additionally, students and staff of the school came together in a display of music and dance, celebrating the cultural heritage.
Also present were Mr PR Dulal, RTO Motor Vehicle Department, Mr Kamal Kafle, retired Special Secretary and Mr Bhaichung Bhutia.