Kolkata, Feb 8, 2021: In a move as unique as it can be, the IFA felicitated the wives and mothers of several sports icons of West Bengal, on the occasion of International Women’s Day today.

Called ‘Ananya Samman’, the felicitation program was held to honour the following:
Ms. Basanti Goswami, the widow of the Late Chuni Goswami, who needs no introduction in any corner of India
Ms. Debjani Kumar, the wife of Debasish Kumar, MNIC Sports
The mother of Debjit Majumder, SC East Bengal
The mother of Debjit Ghosh, Ex-footballer, India
The mother of Mehtab Hossain, former Indian international footballer
The mother of Suvam Sen, SC East Bengal
The mother of Adrija Sarkhel, Women’s footballer, India
Speaking on the occasion, IFS Chairman Mr. Subrata Dutta said, “We are so glad to honour these ladies. This, indeed, is a unique event. I wish all players and their families happy times ahead.”

Echoing his views, IFA Secretary Mr. Joydeep Mukherjee said, “ IFA has been taking a lot of progressive steps for the cause of sports and this ‘Ananya Samman’ is another great effort towards this direction.”