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Keeping the century-long tradition intact, Durand Cup is an annual domestic football competition in India
President Droupadi Murmu today unveiled and flagged off the Trophies of the Durand Cup Tournament 2025 at a function held at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre.
Sports promote discipline, determination and team spirit and has the unique power to connect people, regions and countries, she said.
"In India, it has been a powerful tool for national integration. All fellow citizens get thrilled when the tricolour flies at the Olympics or any international event, she added
The President said that football has a special place in the hearts of millions.
"It is not ju...