Awantipora, 21 October 2026: As part of the ongoing Police Flag Day Week celebrations, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Awantipora, Sh. Irshad H. Rather-JKPS, along with other officers of Police District Awantipora, inaugurated Badminton and Volleyball tournaments at the playfield of District Police Lines (DPL) Awantipora.
The sports events were organized under the CAP (Civic Action Programme) of J&K Police-2026 and dedicated to the brave police martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty. The initiative aims to pay tribute to their courage and sacrifice while promoting discipline, sportsmanship and a positive spirit among the youth.
The events featured Badminton tournaments for girls and Volleyball tournaments for boys. Students from different age groups participated with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship.
While interacting with the players, SSP Awantipora emphasized that J&K Police is at the forefront of promoting sports and organizing such activities to channel the energy of youth in a positive direction. He stated that sports help inculcate discipline, teamwork, healthy competition and physical fitness, while also keeping young people away from negative influences. He further stated that more such sports activities would be organized in Police District Awantipora in the future to encourage youth participation and nurture sporting talent.
On the occasion, trophies and certificates were distributed among the winning teams, while participation certificates were presented to all participants in recognition of their enthusiasm and sportsmanship.
Refreshments were also served to the participating players.
Members of civil society, a large number of players and spectators were also present on the occasion.
