Madhesh United jersey unveiled for EWVL
Birgunj: The trophy for the second edition of the Everest Women’s Volleyball League, to be held in Pokhara, organized by Madhesh Sports Pvt. Ltd., has been unveiled amid a grand ceremony in Birgunj. Birgunj Metropolitan City Mayor Rajeshman Singh and Madhesh United Brand Ambassador Niti Shah jointly unveiled the trophy.
On the occasion, Mayor Singh unveiled the new jersey of the league’s franchise team, Madhesh United, and also handed over the jersey to the team’s marquee player, Niruta Thagunna. At the program organized under the chairmanship of Madhesh United’s owner, Sharmila Thapa, the chief guest, Mayor Singh, expressed his belief that it would make a significant contribution to the development of volleyball and women’s empowerment in Madhesh.
He said, “Sports are not just entertainment, but also bring identity, self-reliance, and social change.” During the program, Madhesh University Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Deepak Shakya discussed the social, mental, and physical benefits of volleyball and emphasized the need to continue the game every year and further expand its activities in Madhesh.
Hari Prasad Gautam, president of the Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said that sports programs like volleyball will show local youth a positive path and enhance the city’s reputation.
Director Vishal Agrawal shed light on the establishment and objectives of Madhesh United and informed about the long-term vision taken by the team. Head of Operations Khushi Shiwakoti, while giving a presentation on the team’s past journey, learnings, and plans, said, “We are returning to the field with improvement and commitment.”
Brand Ambassador Niti Shah said she was honored and excited to be associated with Madhesh United and that the team is a great example for sports, women’s empowerment, and identity.
Marquee player Niruta Thagunna expressed her determination to bring the trophy to Madhesh with renewed vigor, enthusiasm, and confidence. Improving on last year’s experience and weaknesses, Madhesh United has built a strong team this time by signing three famous international players from the Netherlands, informed Chief of Operations Shiwakoti.
The program was attended by Chief Superintendent of Police Gautam Mishra of the District Police Office, Parsa, Chief of Staff of the Nepal Army’s Shree Jang Battalion, Lokendra Karki, Deputy Director of the Investigation Department Santosh Dhungel, and Chief Tax Officer of the Inland Revenue Office, Tikaraj Chaulagain.
Dr. Subodh Kumar Gupta, central member of the Federation of Nepalese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Ganesh Prasad Lath, outgoing president of Madhesh Province, Anil Agrawal, outgoing president of Birgunj Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and former president Gopal Kedia were present.
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