Tata Steel is known for promoting the ethnic identity and tribal heritage of Jharkhand. The endeavour to promote traditional sports among tribal youth includes organising various tournaments at the grassroot level for the last few years
In continuation with its commitment, Ore Mines and Quarries (OMQ) Division of Tata Steel on Friday inaugurated Kolhan Sekkor Premier league at sports complex, Noamundi. The three-day league was inaugurated by Pankaj Kumar Satija, general manager (OMQ), Tata Steel along with Surendra Chatomba, Manki of Noamundi.
A total of 32 teams from in and around Noamundi will face off each other in 35 league matches over a period of two days. The finals will be played by the top four teams. Each team will comprise of 9 players.
Addressing the players, Satija said : “ Sekkor is a unique “HO” tribal sport that needed an impetus. I believe “Kolhan Sekkor Premier league” will bring people together and will also aid in revival, promotion and propagation of ethnicity. It is a perfect platform for the young players to raise the bar and take it to the next level.”
Over 2300 players from more than 120 villages will compete against each other in the grand “Kolhan Sekkor Premier league”. “Sekkor” is an ancient tribal sport played by the “HO” community. This game is played during the hot summer season and is believed to bring rain and prevent drought.