RAJBIRAJ: Nepal Judo Association and Saptari District Judo Association are jointly organising the seventh edition of the Lokendra Kumar Shrestha Memorial Nationwide Judo Tournament at the Rajbiraj Stadium from March 2-3.

A total of 361 players and officials from 24 teams will participate in the tournament that features 12 weight categories, informed tournament convenor and SDJA Secretary Pankaj Gupta at a press meet on Thursday.

Mt Everest Brewery Pvt Ltd is the main sponsor of the tournament, while Maruti Gas Industry is the co-sponsor.