Guwahati, May 7 -- Diana Taying from Miglung village in East Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh has made history as the first woman football referee from Arunachal to officiate at a national-level match.

At just 26 years old, Taying served as the Assistant Referee during the Khelo India Youth Games fixture between Manipur and Andhra Pradesh, held at the IOCL Barauni ground in Begusarai, Bihar. Manipur won the match 3-0.

Her participation marks a major milestone for Arunachal Pradesh, reflecting the growing role of women in sports officiating.

Earlier in March, Taying cleared the All India Football Federation's National Football Referee Examination in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The exam included both physical and written tests, demonstra...