KATHUA, Aug 7: The Department of Youth Services & Sports (YSS), Kathua, on Thursday successfully commenced the Inter-School Zonal Level Under-19 Girls Sports Competitions across various zones of the district under the directions of Director General, Youth Services & Sports, J&K, Anuradha Gupta.
The competitions were organised under the overall supervision of District Youth Services & Sports Officer, Kathua, Sunil Kumar. At Zone Basohli, the event was inaugurated by Principal Govt Model Higher Secondary School Basohli Major Singh. Under the supervision of ZPEO Tara Singh, along with the field staff.
A total of 73 students enthusiastically participated in various sporting disciplines, including Kabaddi, Volleyball, Chess, Football, and Badminton. The competitions aim to identify talented young sportspersons for upcoming district-level events while promoting greater participation of youth in sports.
The participating students displayed impressive skills, discipline, determination, and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the competitions, reflecting the spirit of healthy competition and sporting excellence.
As part of the Department’s commitment to the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, an awareness programme was also organised during the event. Participants were sensitised about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraged to adopt sports, fitness, and a healthy lifestyle. Motivational sessions highlighted the values of discipline, teamwork, and responsible citizenship.
On the occasion, all participants collectively took the Nasha Mukt Bharat Pledge, reaffirming their commitment to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a healthy, vibrant, and drug-free India.
Speaking on the occasion, DYSSO Kathua Sunil Kumar appreciated the dedicated efforts of the field staff, teachers, officials, and participants for ensuring the successful conduct of the competitions.
He reiterated that the Department of Youth Services & Sports will continue organising such sporting and awareness initiatives to nurture young talent, promote fitness, and strengthen the nationwide movement towards a Drug-Free India.
Kabaddi: Govt. Higher Secondary Bhoond Vs Govt Modal Higher Scondary School Basohli; Govt. Higher Secondary Bhoond won the match by 6 points.
Badminton: Govt Modal Higher Scondary School Basohli Vs Vir Sawerkar Highr Secondary school Basohli; Vir Sawerkar Highr Secondary school Basohli won the match by 2.0 set.
Tabel Tennis: winner Vir Sawerkar Higher Secondary School Basohli.