The 75th edition of Munnar’s Tata Finlay Shield Football Tournament begins at Kannan Devan Hills Plantations (KDHP) ground here on Saturday.
Munnar Deputy Superintendent (DYSP) Alex Baby inaugurated the event on Saturday. Lakshmi Estate took on Nayamakod Estate in the opener. KDHP vice presidents Mohan Varghese and B.P. Kariyappa presented the special 75th edition tournament plaques to the players. Finlay committee chairman P.M.S Gill attended the function.
According to officials, 14 teams from various tea estates will participate in the event. The final event will be held on March 9.
