Imphal: The Trophy Tour and Road Show of the 134th edition of the Durand Cup 2025 (Imphal Chapter) was ceremoniously flagged off this morning at the Sendra View Point, in Bishnupur district.
The event was jointly flagged off by Lt. General Abhijit S Pendharkar, AVSM, YSM, GOC Corps, and Padma Shri awardee Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, in the presence of Maj. General S S Kartikeya, YSM, SM, GOC, 57 Mountain Division, along with high level bureaucrats, government officials, army officials, football enthusiasts, students, and local residents.
Ahead of the flag-off, a special photo session with the Durand Cup trophy and dignitaries was held, followed by a felicitation programme honouring Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu.
The Trophy Tour covered a 70-kilometer route starting from Sendra at around 11:15 am, passing through Moirang, Bishnupur, Nambol, Keishampat Junction, Singjamei Bazar, Manipur University, Kangla Western Gate, Chingmeirong (War Cemetery), Lamlong Bazar, and concluded at the City Convention Centre, Palace Compound, Imphal West.
Manipur is gearing up for Group F matches of the Durand Cup at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex main stadium. The group features TRAU FC, NEROCA FC, Indian Navy FT, and Real Kashmir FC.
Fans can expect six thrilling matches spread over seven dates—starting on July 30 (Wednesday), followed by August 1 (Friday), August 4 (Monday), August 7 (Thursday), August 10 (Sunday), and wrapping up on August 12 (Tuesday). All matches will kick off at 4:00 PM, promising electrifying action and intense competition.
