DIRANG, Sep 9: The first inter-village football tournament of Dirang sub-division in West Kameng district began at the Lopon Stadium here on Wednesday.
In the opening match of the tournament, Chander village team defeated Dirang Dzong team 2-0.
Football teams from Chander, Dirang Dzong, Yewang, Sangti, Pangma, Namsu, Sangti Phudung, Rama camp and Dirang Basti are participating in the tournament.
Earlier, in the inaugural ceremony, West Kameng District Military Engineering Service Contractor Association chairman Sangey Tsering advised the players to maintain team spirit.
The tournament will come conclude on 2 October. (DIPRO)