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APU Futsal Fiesta Kicks Off in Arunachal Pradesh
✍️ The Arunachal Times
🗓 29 Aug 2026, 03:22 AM
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The Arunachal Pradesh University has launched its inaugural Futsal Fiesta, featuring teams from across the state.
Arunachal Pradesh University (APU) has commenced its first‑ever Futsal Fiesta, an indoor football tournament aimed at promoting the sport among students. The event, organized by the university's sports department, began on the campus grounds with matches scheduled over the next few days. Participating teams include various college squads from across Arunachal Pradesh, each vying for the championship title.
The tournament is being held at the university's indoor arena, which has been prepared to meet national futsal standards. Officials said the competition will provide a platform for young athletes to showcase their skills and encourage greater participation in futsal at the grassroots level.
Organisers have invited local sports enthusiasts and media to attend the matches, emphasizing the role of such events in fostering community spirit and healthy competition. The Fiesta will conclude with a prize‑giving ceremony, after which APU plans to make the tournament an annual fixture.
The tournament is being held at the university's indoor arena, which has been prepared to meet national futsal standards. Officials said the competition will provide a platform for young athletes to showcase their skills and encourage greater participation in futsal at the grassroots level.
Organisers have invited local sports enthusiasts and media to attend the matches, emphasizing the role of such events in fostering community spirit and healthy competition. The Fiesta will conclude with a prize‑giving ceremony, after which APU plans to make the tournament an annual fixture.