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I-league: Aizawl deny Mohun Bagan win at home with late strike

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Kolkata, Nov 3 (IANS) David Lalrinmuana curled in a superb, world class free-kick deep into second half injury time as Aizawl FC earned a last gasp 2-2 draw against title contenders Mohun Bagan in an I-League encounter at the Vivekananda Yuva Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday.

Lalkhawpuimawia (29th minute) put the visitors in front but it was cancelled out by Lalchawnkima (43th) just minutes before half-time.

Star Haitian marksman Sony Norde — making a comeback after a nine-month break — helped the hosts take the lead for the first time in the game in the 69th minute, eight minutes after coming on from the bench but David Lalrinmuana’s (90+3′) free-kick ensured that the north east side did not leave empty-handed.

Mohun Bagan coach Shankarlal Chakraborty made one change to the starting line-up that drew against Gokulam Kerala last Saturday as Yuta Kinowaki started ahead of Sourav Das at the centre of the park. Sankar Roy continued in goal.

Aizawl coach Gift Raikhan ringed in four changes to the side that lost 1-2 to Shillong Lajong in their previous match.

Lalrinchhana Tochhawng and Paul Ramfangzuava were left out of the matchday squad while Remsanga and Leonce Dodoz were relegated to the bench.

Aizawl were the better side in the opening exchanges but once Mohun Bagan’s midfield got a grip of the game, they bossed possession.

In the 17th minute, Dipanda Dicka found Henry Kisekka Kareem rushed back to make a last-ditch tackle and dispossess the striker.

In the 29th minute, Mapuia scored the opener for Aizawl with a 25-yard strike as Mohun Bagan’s defence failed to close him down.

Bagan continued to dominate possession and got their reward in the 43rd minute when Lalchhawnkima produced an exquisite finish into the top corner from a corner by Mahata.

After the break, Mohun Bagan upped the ante but failed to get past Aizawl defence. Norde was introduced after the hour mark in place of Omar to shake things up in the attack.

Norde received a rousing welcome from the Bagan faithful and straightway started to impact proceedings with his mazy runs on the left flank.

Norde then made a trademark run to skip past a couple of defenders and slam home into the far corner from an acute angle.

David Lalrinmuana then broke Mohun Bagan hearts when he curled in a set-piece screamer from 32 yards out in injury time.

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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma

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World-renowned business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has supported Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission. In memory of his mother, Late Veena Verma, who was a 3 term Rajya Sabha MP.

Dr. Verma dedicated a state-of-the-art free permanent shelter for the attendants of patients at KGMU Medical University, Lucknow, under the aegis of Vijay Shree Foundation. His daughter, Nicolle Verma, inaugurated the shelter.

During the event, Foodman Vishal Singh honored Nicolle Verma by presenting her with a memento. Mrs. Nidhi Sharma and Avantika Yadav, associated with the organization, welcomed her with garlands. Following this, Nicolle Verma distributed essential items to the attendants and also handed out fruits. She became emotional remembering her grandmother on her birth anniversary.

On this occasion, she also inaugurated the “Veena Verma Sevalaya” in memory of her grandmother, Veena Verma, to serve the attendants. She expressed, “I feel proud that my family is engaged in nation-building as well as social service. Today, in collaboration with Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh Ji, I feel immensely proud to dedicate this shelter for the poor, helpless, and needy attendants of patients battling serious illnesses like cancer. I am honored to be associated with the Hunger-Free World Mission for humanity.”

Inspired by the continuous humanitarian service provided by Vijay Shree Foundation over the past 17 years, Nicolle Verma donated 10 lakh rupees to support the cause. The purpose of this donation is to ensure that services continue for the needy attendants of patients suffering from severe illnesses in hospitals, as facilitated by Foodman Vishal Singh.

It is noteworthy that Dr. Abhishek Verma’s family has a legacy of public and philanthropic service. They are helping millions to carry forward the values and service work of their parents. On the occasion of his mother’s birth anniversary, Dr. Abhishek Verma dedicated this state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College to serve the attendants of patients through the Vijay Shree Foundation.

Supporting Foodman Vishal Singh’s Hunger-Free World mission, Dr. Abhishek Verma assured that he would continually support keeping this flame of humanity alive. He also promised to assist in providing medicines to the helpless patients.

Continuing her grandmother’s legacy of service, Nicolle Verma personally served food to the needy patients and attendants. She said, “It is our good fortune to have received the joy of doing this noble work today through Foodman Vishal Singh. I have taken another step forward in carrying my family’s values and cooperation by joining hands with the Vijay Shree Foundation. My father taught me to serve and help the needy, and I feel happy when I bring a smile to someone’s face.”

On the birth anniversary of the late Veena Verma, the event organizer, Vijay Shree Foundation founder Foodman Vishal Singh, said, “We feel proud and happy that Dr. Abhishek Verma, a globally renowned business tycoon, has extended his support to uplift our country from the hunger index. Today, on his mother’s birth anniversary, he inaugurated a state-of-the-art permanent shelter at Lucknow Medical College, which will always be helpful for the needy attendants of patients. It is a pleasure for me and the organization to receive the affection of Mr. Verma.”

The event was attended by General Manager Verma Family Office Hemant Garg, Sonu Rajput, and the organization’s volunteers, including Sandeep Singh, Parmeshwar Ji, Prashant Rao Gautam, Balram Singh, Ramesh Chaudhary, Suman, Jeetu, Anil, Suraj, Vinay, Manish Bhadauria, Manas Mehrotra, Vivek, Apurv, Happy, and others.

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