The 22nd edition of the seven-day Martyrs Trophy 2023 organised by Lotha Students Union (LSU) commenced on Tuesday at local ground, Wokha town under the theme “One brand, one goal”.
Speaking at the inaugural programme as chief guest, Y Mhonbemo Humtsoe, MLA congratulated the union for organizing the event which is held in honour of late Thungkhomo Ezung and late Chumdamo Tungoe. Focussing on the importance of games and sports, he said that sportsperson are the highest paid employees and encouraged them to focus on their talents and work hard.
In his welcome note, LSU president, Lirhonthung E Kithan briefed on the significance, short speech by martyrs’ family and introduction of teams and oath taking was administered by LSU games and sports secretary, Ratsurhumo Z Jami.
Match patrons for semi-finals will be Wokha District Council Chairman Association, president, K Vandan Erui and Wokha District VDB Association president, K Mhondamo Shitri. The closing ceremony will be graced by EE electrical division, Wokha, Er. Chonrothung Ezung as guest of honour.