Kalpana Trust and Ramnagar High School Shine at CIL Cup Zonal Finals

In an exciting display of talent, Kalpana Trust and Ramnagar High School Bahrampur have claimed victory in the men's and women's categories at the Krishnanagar zonal stage of the CIL Cup. Both teams have qualified for the semifinals in Purulia after thrilling penalty shootouts. The tournament, organized by Coal India Limited, aims to promote grassroots football across West Bengal, providing a structured pathway for teams to advance. With over 1,400 participating teams and significant prizes, the CIL Cup is a vital platform for emerging football talent. The Grand Finale is set for the last week of October.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 13, 2026, 09:13 IST

Men's Championship: Kalpana Trust Emerges Victorious

Kalpana Trust and Ramnagar High School Bahrampur have been declared the champions in the men's and women's categories, respectively, during the Krishnanagar zonal stage of the CIL Cup, organized by Coal India Limited. Both teams have successfully advanced to the semifinals, which are set to take place in Purulia. In a thrilling men's final, Kalpana Trust triumphed over Baduria DKM with a score of 4-3 in a penalty shootout, securing their spot in the semifinals. A total of 11 teams competed in the men's tournament, with Mejia FC finishing in third place and Chandmonidas Residential Football Academy taking fourth. Pritam Maity earned the title of 'Player of the Match' as noted in a press release.

Women's Final: Ramnagar High School Claims Title

In the women's final, Ramnagar High School Bahrampur overcame Habiba Sporting Club, winning 4-3 in a penalty shootout to seize the championship and qualify for the semifinals in Purulia. The women's competition featured four teams, with Basirhat St. XI Football Coaching Centre finishing third and Kalpana Trust in fourth. Sultana Rijia was recognized as the Player of the Match.

CIL Cup's Role in Promoting Grassroots Football

The Krishnanagar zonal stage represents a significant milestone in the CIL Cup journey, allowing both men's and women's champions to progress to the semifinal rounds. This tournament is instrumental in providing teams from across West Bengal with a structured pathway to advance through various levels of competition.

Coal India Limited is committed to fostering grassroots football by creating organized opportunities for players to compete, demonstrate their skills, and move up in the tournament hierarchy. The CIL Cup aims to promote football at the grassroots level, facilitating talent identification and development.

The league phase includes 1,400 teams, over 1,302 matches, and more than 21,000 male and female players, offering a broad platform for emerging footballers to compete and showcase their talents. The Grand Finale is scheduled for the last week of October in Purulia, with total prizes amounting to Rs 10 lakh.