Srinagar – In a powerful endorsement of sports as a tool for youth engagement and community development, Director General of Police (DGP) Jammu and Kashmir, R. R. Swain, praised the positive impact of athletic activities during the inaugural match of the First Kashmir Hockey League held at Polo Ground, Srinagar.
In his address to reporters, DGP Swain underscored the multifaceted benefits of sports, emphasizing its role in fostering healthy competition, teamwork, and physical fitness. “Sports involves healthy competition, builds team spirit, and serves as significant physical exercise. It is one of the most impactful activities for engaging youth in a positive manner,” Swain remarked.
Swain highlighted the Jammu and Kashmir Police’s ongoing commitment to promoting sports and expressed enthusiasm for expanding such initiatives. “The J&K Police have a longstanding tradition of supporting sports and sporting activities. It is crucial that we continue to promote these opportunities among the younger generation,” he stated.
The DGP also commended the support from private enterprises and the Gurudwara committee, noting their role in advancing the hockey league. “It is encouraging to see that the promotion of our national sport, hockey, is being supported not just at the governmental level, but also by private entrepreneurs,” Swain added.
The event was attended by Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir, VK Birdi, and Secretary of the J&K Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul, who were present to support the league’s launch and acknowledge the contributions of all involved parties.
This initiative marks a significant step in fostering sports culture in the region, bringing together public and private sectors in a shared commitment to enriching the lives of the youth through sports.
