Seven Manipur Stars in India’s CAFA Nations Cup Squad — Pride, Pressure, and a Chance to Shine
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Seven Manipur Stars in India’s CAFA Nations Cup Squad — Pride, Pressure, and a Chance to Shine

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Seven footballers from Manipur — Chinglensana Singh, Suresh Singh Wangjam, Roshan Singh, Udanta Singh, Boris Singh, Jeakson Singh, and Mahesh Singh — have been named in India’s 23-member squad for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025, which begins in Tajikistan on August 29, 2025. The new India head coach Khalid Jamil announced the team ahead of…

Football Turf Scheme Under Khelo India Short-Circuited in Manipur: Challenges & Future Prospects

Football Turf Scheme Under Khelo India Short-Circuited in Manipur: Challenges & Future Prospects

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SummaryManipur’s football turf project under the Khelo India initiative has faced delays due to various administrative and technical issues. The turf scheme, aimed at promoting football in the state, has encountered roadblocks, raising concerns about the implementation of sports infrastructure in Manipur. These delays have affected the development of local talent and frustrated the state’s…