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East Bengal inaugurated their centenary celebrations with a grand torch rally starting off from Kumartuli Park in North Kolkata on Sunday. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
The celebrations started from the residence of Suresh Chandra Chowdhury, founder of the club. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia, and former club captain of 1960s Sukumar Samajpati were also present. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
The rally covered a distance of six kilometres. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
After the completion of the rally, the torch was carried back to the club and was installed by Bhutia and former coach Subhash Bhowmick. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
Apart from the unveiling of centenary jersey on Saturday, the club also announced that they will be announcing an all-time East Bengal XI. (PTI Photo)
After missing the 2018/19 I-League trophy by just a point to Chennai City, East Bengal's wait for a title has extended to 15 years. (Source: Facebook/EBRPFC)
