5th University Football Championship Opens at Rajiv Gandhi University

5th University Football Championship Opens at Rajiv Gandhi University Young footballers get platform to showcase talent and pursue higher-level opportunities DOIMUKH, Oct 6: The 5th edition of the University Football Championship (UFC)-2026 was inaugurated at the main playground of Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), Rono Hills, Doimukh, on Tuesday, bringing together young footballers and sports enthusiasts for the university-level competition. The opening ceremony was attended by Chief Guest Shri Jikke Tako, Hon’ble MLA of 20-Tali Assembly Constituency, Guest of Honour Shri Hage Appa, Hon’ble MLA of 17-Ziro-Hapoli Assembly Constituency, and Special Guest Shri Takam Padu, social worker from Kara Dadi district. The programme began with the gathering of participants, followed by the felicitation of the guests, flag hoisting and the university song. A mega dance performance was also presented during the ceremony. The event also featured addresses by university authorities and the invited guests, highlighting the importance of sports in promoting discipline, teamwork and opportunities for young people. The championship seeks to provide university students with a competitive platform to showcase their footballing abilities while encouraging the identification and development of emerging sporting talent. The inaugural ceremony concluded with the players’ oath, followed by the official kick-off of the championship. #UniversityFootballChampionship #UFC2026 #RajivGandhiUniversity #RGU #ArunachalPradesh #Football #YouthSports #Doimukh #SportsTalent