Emphasizes importance of sports in youth developmentdisciplineand community engagement
BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) BandiporaIndu Kanwal Chibtoday inaugurated the first-ever Sumbal Sports Festival at Government Degree College Sumbalmarking a new milestone in promoting sportsfitnessand youth engagement in the district.
The festivalfirst of its kindwitnessed enthusiastic participation from studentsyouth clubsand local sports enthusiasts.
Speaking on the occasionthe Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of sports as a medium of disciplineteamworkand physical well-being. She highlighted that such initiatives foster positive energy among youth and help them channel their potential in the right direction.
She further stressed the need to make sports an integral part of daily life and encouraged youth to pursue both academics and athletics with equal passion.
On the occasionthe DC appreciated PrincipalGDC SumbalPROF. (DR.) Shabeena Iqbal Shawlfor organizing such an inspiring event that not only promotes a sporting culture but also strengthens community participation.
She reiterated the administration’s commitment to supporting similar initiatives and improving sports infrastructure across Bandipora to nurture local talent.
The festival aims to provide a vibrant platform for young athletes from across the subdivision to showcase their talent in multiple disciplines including volleyballcricketbadmintonand athletics. The three-day sports extravaganza is being held from to 30featuring a wide range of events including athleticsmartial artscultural performancesand other inter-college competitions.
Among othersthe event was attended by the Principal GDC Sumbalfaculty membersofficers from the Department of Youth Services and Sportspolice officialsand a large number of students and sportspersons.
