DC declares open mega sports competition
Kupwara : The Department of Youth Services and Sports Jammu and Kashmir Friday organized the UT-Level Inter-District Volleyball Tournament for Under-19 Girls at Udhampur under the patronage of Director General, Youth Services and Sports, J&K UT Anuradha Gupta and under the supervision of District Youth Services and Sports Officer Tarsem Singh Kalsi here at SIKS Government HSS Boys.
Around 17 teams representing different districts of Jammu and Kashmir are participating in the tournament.
Deputy Commissioner Ananth Dwivedi was the chief guest and formally inaugurated the tournament, declaring it open.
Chief Education Officer Sunil Khajuria and the Host School Principal Manoj Kumar Jad attended as guests of honour.
While addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner congratulated the participating players and interacted with the contingents, appreciating their enthusiasm, dedication and commitment to sports.
He emphasized the importance of confidence, resilience, teamwork and healthy competition in shaping young athletes. He also highlighted the vital role of sports in empowering girls, nurturing leadership qualities and promoting discipline, self-confidence and an active lifestyle among youth.
