Kulgam, May 5: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam on Tuesday inaugurated an Inter Block/Municipal Committee (MC) Football Tournament at the Sports Stadium Kulgam under the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
Addressing the gathering, the DC said the initiative aims to actively engage youth in sports and provide them with a dynamic platform to showcase their talent. He emphasized that such constructive activities play a vital role in steering young minds away from drug abuse and guiding them toward a healthier and more promising future.
The Deputy Commissioner highlighted that the tournament is designed to identify grassroots talent and offer players opportunities to progress at district and national levels.
Reaffirming the administration’s commitment to sports development, he assured that sports infrastructure across the district will be strengthened, with plans to upgrade existing facilities and grounds in the near future to better support budding athletes.
Officials informed that teams from all blocks and municipal committees, including a team from the district administration, are participating in the tournament, reflecting widespread enthusiasm among local youth.
Among others, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kulgam Viqar Ahmad Giri, Tehsildar Kulgam, and a large number of sports enthusiasts were present on the occasion.
Earlier, the Deputy Commissioner also inaugurated an Inter Block/MC Cricket Tournament at Khudwani Sports Stadium under the same campaign. The inaugural match was played between District Administration XI and Qaimoh XI, with District Administration XI emerging victorious.
