GANDERBAL: The Police Martyrs Memorial Volleyball Tournament, organized by Police under the Civic Action Programme (CAP), successfully concluded at Government Higher Secondary School Khurhama, Ganderbal. A total of eight teams from across the district participated with great enthusiasm. The final match was played between Fethapora and Watlar, where Watlar emerged victorious with a 2:1 win.
SSP Ganderbal, Shri Ragav S-IPS, presided over the event and distributed cash prize and awards to the winners. During his address, SSP Ganderbal highlighted the importance of the initiative taken under Civic Action programme of J&K Police with an aim to strengthen the bond between the police and the public especially the youth thereby engaging them in constructive activities, keeping them away from drugs and other negative influences. He also stressed upon the fact that the tournament would act as an opportunity for the youth in the locality to showcase their talent. The event witnessed a very good turnout with local people including youths and children turning up for the event.
The event was also attended by Addl. SP Ganderbal Shri Parvaiz Ahmad, DySP DAR Shri Nazir Ahmad, and other senior police officers. Local residents appreciated the efforts of Police for promoting youth empowerment through sports.
