- DC Anantnag felicitates Winning Team and Players
- Urges Sportspersons to become Ambassadors of Anti-Drug Awareness and Youth to Stay Away from Drugs
Anantnag | Nov, 04:The final match of the Titans Gold Cup Edition-2 was played at the Sports Stadium, Anantnag, between Jammu and Kashmir Police Football Team and Siddiqui FC Anantnag amid great enthusiasm and sporting fervour.
A total of 35 leading football teams participated in the tournament, making it an exciting sporting event marked by enthusiastic participation and competitive performances.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, witnessed the final match and later felicitated the winning and runners-up team by presenting the trophy.
Awards among the players, in recognition of their outstanding performances were also distributed.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner emphasised that sports play a vital role in the overall development of personality by promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, discipline, teamwork and a spirit of healthy competition.
He urged the youth to actively engage in sports and other physical activities to maintain a healthy lifestyle and channel their energy towards constructive pursuits.
The Deputy Commissioner also highlighted various measures taken under the NashaMukt Bharat Abhiyaan and NashaMukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan across District and stated that a slew of initiatives have been rolled out across the district to combat the drug menace and generate awareness among the masses, particularly the youth.
He further added that IPD services at the Addiction Treatment Facility (ATF) are now fully functional, strengthening addiction treatment and rehabilitation facilities in the district.
The Deputy Commissioner stated that individuals affected by drug addiction should not be stigmatized but instead supported and encouraged to overcome addiction and reintegrate into society.
However, he made it clear that a strict approach is adopted against those involved in drug peddling, with no leniency towards drug traffickers.
The Deputy Commissioner also urged sportspersons to become ambassadors of the anti-drug campaign and play an active role in spreading awareness against drug abuse, while calling upon the youth to stay away from drugs and embrace sports and other positive activities.
He also appreciated all stakeholders for successfully conducting the tournament, stating that such sporting events provide an excellent platform for young and aspiring players to showcase their talent and enhance their skills.
The Deputy Commissioner expressed hope that more tournaments of this nature would be organised in the future to further promote a sporting culture in the district.
A large number of sports enthusiasts and football lovers were present at the stadium to witness the thrilling final match and cheer for the participating teams.
The Deputy Commissioner also appreciated all stakeholders for successfully organising the tournament.
