KATHUA, Aug 8: The Department of Youth Services & Sports (YSS), Kathua, today commenced the Inter-School Zonal Level Under-19 Boys and Girls Sports Competitions at Zone Basohli, with enthusiastic participation of 85 students.
The competitions are being organised under the directions of Director General, Youth Services & Sports, J&K, Anuradha Gupta, and under the overall supervision of District Youth Services & Sports Officer (DYSSO), Kathua, Sunil Kumar.
At Zone Basohli, the competitions were inaugurated by Principal, Government Model Higher Secondary School, Basohli, Major Singh, in the presence of ZPEO Basohli, Tara Singh, along with field staff and other officials.
A total of 85 students from different schools participated with great enthusiasm in various sporting activities, including Shot Put, running events and cricket trials-cum-selection. The competitions are aimed at identifying and nurturing talented young sportspersons for participation in upcoming district-level competitions, while promoting a culture of sports, fitness and healthy competition among students.
The participating students showcased commendable sporting skills, discipline, determination and sportsmanship throughout the competitions. Their enthusiastic participation reflected the growing interest of young students in sports and physical activities.
As part of the Department’s commitment towards the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, an awareness programme was also organised during the event. Students and participants were sensitised about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraged to adopt sports, physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The awareness session also highlighted the importance 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 efforts of the field staff, teachers, officials and participating students for the successful conduct of the competitions. He reiterated that the Department of Youth Services & Sports will continue to organise sporting and awareness programmes to nurture young talent, promote fitness and strengthen the movement towards a Drug-Free India.