Journalism of Courage
Seven months after they emerged I League champions, Mohun Bagan players were finally presented the glittering winner's trophy at a ceremony, in Kolkata on Sunday. (Source: Mohun Bagan Twitter)
The Mariners had downed former champions Aizawl FC 1-0 to clinch the I-League with four rounds to spare on March 10 but the celebrations had to wait because of the COVID-19 pandemic that ended the season abruptly. (Source: Mohun Bagan)
The trophy was handed over to some of the players and officials by I-League CEO Sunando Dhar in the presence of Club President Swapan Sadhan Bose and West Bengal Sports Minister Aroop Biswas. (Source: Mohun Bagan)
Mohun Bagan, who have now joined Indian Super League after a buyout by reigning champions ATK, had organised the ceremony at a five-star hotel in presence of selected invitees, keeping in mind the COVID-19 health protocols. (Source: Mohun Bagan)
But what followed was delirious scenes on the streets when the trophy was taken out in an open vehicle in their victory procession (Source: Twitter)
Thousands of fans celebrated the triumph, paying little heed to the health guidelines. (Source: Twitter)
Many fans were even seen without the mandatory masks as they danced on the streets (Source: Twitter)
The I-League trophy made its way to the club tent, traversing through important landmarks of EM Bypass, Shambazar, Girish Park and Dharmatala. (Source: Twitter)
The iconic Howrah Bridge will be illuminated with traditional green and maroon colours on Sunday and Monday evenings to celebrate Mohun Bagan's triumph. (Source: Twitter)
