The Bodoland Chief Executive Member's (CEM) Cup Football Tournament is a visionary initiative by the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), leveraging sports as a means of social transformation. The tournament embodies BTC’s commitment to fostering unity, peace, and football talent across the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).

This multi-tiered tournament is organized at various levels—including Village Council Development Committees (VCDCs), BTCLA Constituencies, Districts, and Council Level—ensuring inclusive participation and accessibility from the grassroots to the council level. It brings communities together in a cultural and sporting celebration of identity and talent.

• 1. Peace Building and Social Cohesion

  In a region that has seen past unrest, the CEM Cup uses football to unify diverse communities. It fosters a shared identity, bringing people together through the universal language of sports.

• 2. Youth Engagement and Talent Development

  From VCDC to Council level, young athletes gain the opportunity to showcase and develop their talents. The tournament complements initiatives like football academies and the participation of Bodoland FC in national events like the Durand Cup.

• 3. Community Engagement and Cultural Integration

  Locals are actively involved in the tournament’s organization, building a sense of ownership and pride. As a cultural festival, it celebrates BTR’s diversity and strengthens inter-community relationships.

• 4. Promotion of Healthy Lifestyles

  Sports promote both physical and mental health. The CEM Cup encourages discipline, teamwork, and perseverance among youth, contributing to holistic community development.