Thiruvananthapuram > Kerala Governor Justice(ret) P Sathasivam and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan were among those who congratulated the state football team for winning the Santhosh Trophy defeating Bengal today.
Sathasivam in a message said the victory after a gap of 14 years had re-established Kerala's supremacy in Indian football. Vijayan said victory was not only a proud moment but also inspiring. State Sports Minister A C Moideen also congratulated the Kerala team on the victory.
It was announced that the state goverment will celebrate victory day on 6th April. A reception to the victorious football team is organised at Central stadium in the state capital on 6th April.
Kerala had edged out Bengal via the tie-breaker in the final held at Kolkata.
