Eight teams participate in second edition under Civic Action Programme; IH Sports Barbar Shah clinch title
Srinagar : Reinforcing its efforts to strengthen police-public relations and engage youth through constructive activities, Srinagar Police on Tuesday concluded the second T-20 Cricket Tournament under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26 at Sri Pratap College Playground, M.A. Road.
The tournament, which began on November 5, witnessed participation from eight teams representing different areas of Srinagar district, providing young cricketers an opportunity to showcase their talent while fostering sportsmanship, discipline and teamwork.
In an exciting final, IH Sports Barbar Shah defeated MCC Foreshore Road to emerge champions of the tournament.
The closing ceremony was attended by SP City East Zone Srinagar Musadiq Majid Basoo (JKPS), SP Headquarters Ghulam Mustafa (JKPS), SDPO Kothibagh Yasir Parray (JKPS), DySP Headquarters Syed Sleet Shah (JKPS) and DySP DAR DPL Nazir Ahmad Teli, besides other senior officers of Srinagar Police.
During the ceremony, Srinagar Police felicitated the winning and runner-up teams and outstanding performers with trophies, medals, mementos and cash prizes. The champions received the championship trophy and cash prize, while the runners-up were presented with a trophy. The Man of the Series was also awarded a trophy and cash prize in recognition of his performance.
The initiative reflects Srinagar Police’s continued focus on reaching out to young people beyond conventional policing activities and providing them with opportunities to participate in sports and other constructive engagements.
Police officers appreciated the enthusiasm and discipline displayed by the participating teams and acknowledged the cooperation of the local community in making the tournament successful.
They observed that sporting activities play an important role in channelising youthful energy, nurturing local talent and promoting a healthy lifestyle, while also creating opportunities for greater interaction between police personnel and the public.
Through the Civic Action Programme, Srinagar Police has been undertaking community-oriented initiatives aimed at fostering mutual trust, strengthening public cooperation and building stronger relationships with different sections of society.
Srinagar Police reiterated its commitment to youth empowerment, sports promotion and sustained community engagement as part of its broader efforts to strengthen police-public relations across the district.
