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Durand Cup
Droupadi Murmu unveils trophies for Durand Cup. Photo: PIB

President Murmu unveils trophies of Durand Cup tournament

| @indiablooms | Jul 04, 2025, at 05:21 pm

Indian President Droupadi Murmu unveiled and flagged off the Trophies of the Durand Cup Tournament 2025 at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre on Friday.

In her brief remarks on the occasion, the President said that sports promote discipline, determination and team spirit.


"Sports have the unique power to connect people, regions and countries," she said.

"In India, it has been a powerful tool for national integration," she said.

"All fellow citizens get thrilled when the tricolour flies at the Olympics or any international event," the Indian President said.

The President said that football has a special place in the hearts of millions. It is not just a sport; it is a passion.

"The game of football is all about strategy, endurance and working together towards a common goal," he said.

"Events like the Durand Cup not only foster the spirit of the game but also help develop the next generation of football players, providing them with a platform to grow," she said.

She appreciated the role of the Armed Forces in keeping alive and promoting the spirit of the Durand Cup.

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