Car Nicobar, Jan. 10: The inaugural ceremony of the Prestigious Silver Jubilee XXV Vice President of India Cup Soccer Championship 2023-24 was held at BJR Stadium, Tamaloo, Car Nicobar yesterday. Ms. Jyoti Kumari, IAS, Deputy Commissioner (N)/Chairman (Org. Committee, XXV VPC 2023-24 Car Nicobar) graced the occasion as chief guest & declared the Championship Open. Shri. Manjeet Sheoran, IPS, SP (N) was the guest of honour. Shri Lionald Nicomede, Chairman, Tribal Council presided over the inaugural ceremony whereas Rt.Rev Christopher Paul, Bishop, A & N Island blessed the participants. Altogether 13 Teams from A & N Islands are participating in this mega event.

The Opening Ceremony began with colorful cultural programme presented by school children. In the inaugural match, Car Nicobar defeated Rangat by 1-0 goal.