India Khelo Football (IKF), in collaboration with Vidya Vihar Football Academy (VVFA), conducted city-level trials in Purnia during Season 5, witnessing participation from 200+ players with strong enthusiasm from both players and the operational team. As part of IKF’s grassroots development activities, the trials were organised for U13, U15, and U17 age categories for both boys and girls, focusing on inclusive talent identification and equal opportunities for young footballers. The successful execution of these trials led to the selection of 25 players for the Zonal level, highlighting the impact of the IKF–VVFA partnership in strengthening the grassroots football ecosystem and nurturing emerging talent from the region.