2013 I-League 2nd Division
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2013 I-League 2nd Division
The 2013 I-League 2nd Division was the inaugural season of India's secondary professional football league, acting as a feeder to the I-League, the country's premier football division. Organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), the league commenced in February 2013 and featured 14 teams competing in a round-robin format. The tournament was pivotal in providing a platform for emerging football clubs to showcase their talent and gain promotion to the I-League. Kolkata-based club, Mohun Bagan A.C., secured the championship title, earning promotion for the following season. The league aimed to enhance the level of football in India, promoting competitions at the grassroots level and providing exposure to aspiring players and clubs.