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October 2026

Details: Written by: JK Monitor News Network; Category: Comprehensive; Published: 22 February 2026

“League of Classics” launched with Multi-Sport Selection Trials

KISHTWAR: The Department of Youth Services & Sports, District Kishtwar, today successfully organized the much-anticipated Youth Engagement Programme–2026 at Chowgan Ground, Kishtwar, marking a historic step towards strengthening grassroots sports culture in the district.

The programme witnessed the grand launch of the “League of Classics,” featuring Block-Level Trial-cum-Selection competitions in multiple disciplines, including Cricket, Football, and Volleyball for U/17 and U/19 boys categories at the Inter-Panchayat Block Level, Kishtwar and Municipal Council Kishtwar.

The mega sporting initiative was conducted under the directions of Anuradha Gupta, Director General, Youth Services & Sports, J&K and Pankaj Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner, Kishtwar, whose visionary leadership continues to provide a dynamic platform for youth engagement and talent identification across the Union Territory.

The programme was organized under the close guidance and supervision of Jaffer Haider Sheikh, DYSSO Kishtwar, who emphasized the importance of structured competitions at the grassroots level to nurture hidden talent and channel the energy of youth towards constructive sporting activities.

The selection trials witnessed enthusiastic participation from young sportspersons across different Panchayats and Municipal wards of Kishtwar, reflecting a massive response at the grassroots level. The competitions were conducted in a fair, transparent and merit-based manner by a panel of experienced officials and technical experts from the Department of Youth Services & Sports.

The presence of Zonal Physical Education Officers (ZPEO) Kishtwar and Nagseni further strengthened the supervision mechanism, ensuring the smooth conduct of trials and adherence to departmental norms. All officials of YSS Kishtwar actively coordinated the event, demonstrating remarkable teamwork and commitment.

The “League of Classics” is envisioned as a stepping stone for higher-level competitions at the District, Divisional, and UT levels, thereby opening pathways for young athletes to represent Kishtwar on prestigious platforms. The Department of Youth Services & Sports, District Kishtwar, remains steadfast in its mission to create history in sports excellence and youth empowerment in the district.

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