All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) marked International Women's Day with AFC Women's Football Dahy programme at ANFA Complex in Satdobato on Monday.

The programme was chaired by ANFA President Karma Tsering Sherpa and coordinated by General Secretary Indraman Tuladhar while Women's committee Coordinator Pema Dolma Lama gave a welcome speech.

Students from Xavier International School and freestylers from Nepal Football Freestyle Group performed in the opening session. Nepali International Niru Thapa was awarded in the programme for her contribution to Nepali football.

Speaking at the programme, ANFA President Karma Tsering Sherpa said football has helped in the empowerment of women in the country. He also said ANFA has planned for the long-term and sustainable development of women's football in the country.

A friendly football match comprising ANFA members, former and current women's footballers, referees was played in the programme.

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