The closing ceremony of the U-13 ASMITA Football League 2025–26 (Major League, East Zone) was held on February 10, 2026, at the Chümoukedima Football Stadium, marking the successful conclusion of the grassroots football tournament organised under the ASMITA and Khelo India initiatives.
The programme was graced by Anthony Ngullie, IAS, Secretary, Youth Resources and Sports, Government of Nagaland, who attended the event as the special guest. Addressing the gathering, Ngullie highlighted the importance of initiatives such as ASMITA under Khelo India in empowering young athletes, particularly girls, through structured competitive platforms. He encouraged the participants to pursue sports with discipline, dedication, and confidence, and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to strengthening grassroots sports development.
The event also featured Kick-off Match No. 10 and concluded with a prize distribution ceremony, during which the two qualified teams from the Major League East Zone, Assam and Mizoram, were honoured.
The programme was chaired by Imlisunep, Joint Secretary of the Nagaland Football Association. The invocation was delivered by Awa Lorin, Youth Pastor of Rengma Baptist Church, Sovima. A special song was presented by Chemkula Khiungra, followed by a vote of thanks by Mevisanger Lemtur, Vice President of the Nagaland Football Association.