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Manipur Chief Minister Receives Durand Cup Invitation
✍️ Imphal Times
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 10:35 AM
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The Chief Minister of Manipur was invited to participate in the historic Durand Cup, the world’s oldest football competition, and will also review the state’s fisheries sector.
The Chief Minister of Manipur received an invitation to attend the Durand Cup, the world’s oldest football competition, which is held annually in India.
The Durand Cup, founded in 1888, is a prestigious tournament that attracts clubs from across the country. The invitation was extended by the tournament organisers, signalling a growing interest in promoting football in the northeastern region.
The CM’s participation underscores Manipur’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure and nurturing local talent. While the invitation is a significant boost for the state’s sporting profile, it also reflects a broader agenda to enhance community engagement.
In addition to the sports engagement, the Chief Minister will review the state’s fisheries sector, but the focus of this announcement remains the Durand Cup invitation.
The Durand Cup, founded in 1888, is a prestigious tournament that attracts clubs from across the country. The invitation was extended by the tournament organisers, signalling a growing interest in promoting football in the northeastern region.
The CM’s participation underscores Manipur’s commitment to developing sports infrastructure and nurturing local talent. While the invitation is a significant boost for the state’s sporting profile, it also reflects a broader agenda to enhance community engagement.
In addition to the sports engagement, the Chief Minister will review the state’s fisheries sector, but the focus of this announcement remains the Durand Cup invitation.