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Bengaluru FC B go down to Sikkim Aakraman FC
Gangtok, Oct 29 (IANS) Bengaluru FC B failed to protect a two-goal cushion, losing 3-4 to Sikkim Akraman FC in extra-time in the quarterfinals of the 38th All India Governor’s Gold Cup International Football Tournament, at the Paljor Stadium here on Monday.
Naorem Roshan Singh (23′) and Namgyal Bhutia (27′) scored in the first half to give BFC B a two-goal lead before Eric (40′) made it 2-1 going into the breather.
Substitute Parag Shrivas (53′) struck immediately after the restart to make it 3-1 in favour of Naushad Moosa’s side before back-to-back goals from Bijendra Rai (72′) and Tempo Bhutia (75′) levelled the scores at the end of regulation time.
Dawa Lepcha (98′) struck the winner for the home side in the first period of extra time to send Aakraman FC through to the semi-final.
After a slow start to the game, the Blue Colts who were seeing more of the ball, upped their tempo and broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute.
Defender Rakesh Oram sent one over the Aakraman defence to find attacker Roshan Singh clear in the box. The latter outpaced his marker to get to the ball, before finishing it through Aakraman FC ‘keeper Bipin Bhattrai’s legs.
The Blue Colts doubled their advantage four minutes later when another aerial ball opened up the Aakraman defence. Midfielder Altamash Sayed found Namgyal Bhutia clear down the right who controlled the ball with his first touch before firing home at the near post.
Down two goals, the home side tried pushing up and had a great chance to get one back minutes after the half hour mark, but it was BFC B custodian Shainkhan CP who made a fantastic double save to keep the scores unchanged. He first blocked Tempo’s shot from close range before producing another save to deny Nima Tamang on the rebound.
Aakraman finally got their goal five minutes from the break when Nima Tamang’s pass down the middle, found striker Eric free outside the box, and the number seven made no mistake in lobbing over Shainkhan, who tried to close him down.
The Blue Colts restored their two-goal cushion eight minutes into the second half when substitute Parag Shrivas, on for medio Ajay Chhetri, scored from close range after brilliant work by Bhutia.
The wingback’s pace allowed him to make his way into the box after controlling Leon Augustine’s pass, and cut it back for Parag who timed his run well to make it 3-1.
Moosa’s boys dominated the proceedings, but Aakraman FC came up with a quickfire double to level the scores. First it was substitute Bijendra Rai who tapped home from close after keeper Shainkhan failed to clear a long throw and then three minutes later Tempo made it 3-3, with an effort from the edge of the box.
With no winner after 90 minutes, the game headed to extra time where Aakraman FC completed their turnaround. Dawa Lepcha finished off Bijendra Rai’s freekick to score the winner for the home side.
Bengaluru FC B return to Bengaluru, where they will commence preparations for the BDFA Super Division League, scheduled to kick-off in just over a week’s time.
–IANS
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Dr. Abhishek Verma Dedicates a Shelter in Memory of His Mother, Veena Verma, at KGMU; Inaugurated by Daughter Nicolle Verma
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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