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Halicharan Narzary, Durga Boro, their eyes and the courage of
Apurna Narzary, and Manbir self-reliance in their hearts.” The
Basumatari, whose inspiring fields that once stood silent now
journeys continue to spark echo with cheers, whistles, and
ambition among young athletes the rhythm of the game.
in BTR. The structure of the
Bodoland’s history is not competition was multi-tiered.
without its share of conflict. For It was organised at various
decades, the region was known levels including Village Council
more for unrest than for sporting Development Committees
excellence. But now, that (VCDCs), Bodoland Territorial
narrative is changing. “There Council Legislative Assembly
was a time when struggle itself (BTCLA) Constituencies,
was the identity of this place,” Districts, and Council Level,
the Prime Minister noted, “But promoting inclusive participation
today there are new dreams in and accessibility from the

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