New Delhi, Dec. 20 -- Punjab began their 71st Santosh Trophy campaign in emphatic fashion, registering a dominant 6-0 victory over Himachal Pradesh, but the night truly belonged to Minerva Academy product Himanshu Jangra, who etched his name into Indian football history.

The dynamic forward scored the fastest goal in Santosh Trophy history, finding the net just 35 seconds after kick-off to give Punjab an immediate advantage. The early breakthrough set the tone for a one-sided contest, as Punjab showcased attacking intent, discipline, and ruthless finishing throughout the match.

Himanshu was far from done. The Minervan doubled his tally later in the game, completing a brace and underlining his growing stature as one of the most exciting ...