The Udaan U-20 Border Girls Football Championship 2026 was inaugurated at the Bhooteachang Tea Estate in Udalguri, Assam, aimed at empowering young female footballers from border regions and tea garden communities. The ceremony featured Deputy Commissioner Joy Bikash as the Chief Guest and Colonel Vivek Sharma, Deputy Commander of the Red Horns Artillery Brigade, as the Guest of Honour. The event included traditional Assamese performances and the dignitaries were honored with gamosas and mementoes. Colonel Amit Yadav formally opened the championship, followed by the first match where Bamunjuli Team triumphed over Hatigarh Team with a score of 5-2. Despite the loss, the Hatigarh players were commended for their sportsmanship and received participation certificates from Aadhunik India Foundation. The championship provides a vital platform for young girls to showcase their football talents and encourages their involvement in sports.