BUNJWAH, Sep 17: Awaz E Bunjwah organised a one-day Dangal Mela at Devigoal, Bunjwah, bringing together wrestlers, youth, government officials, security personnel, political representatives, prominent citizens and the general public in a peaceful and disciplined atmosphere.
The event was organised with the objective of promoting traditional wrestling, encouraging youth participation in sports, strengthening communal harmony and brotherhood, and spreading awareness about the importance of a drug-free society.
The programme received support and cooperation from the District Administration Kishtwar, Tehsil Administration Bunjwah, J&K Police, SOG Wing Devigoal, Indian Army 26 RR Company Patnazi, Rural Development Department Block Bunjwah, Health Department, Jal Shakti Department and Power Development Department.
Political representatives from different parties, prominent personalities and residents from various parts of Bunjwah also extended their cooperation, reflecting the collective participation of the community in promoting peaceful and constructive social activities.
Speaking on the occasion, the organisers said that the Dangal Mela was not merely a sporting event but also provided a platform for people to come together beyond political and social differences. They emphasised that sports can play an important role in channelising the energy of youth towards constructive activities, while promoting discipline, physical fitness and teamwork and discouraging drug abuse.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from wrestlers and spectators. The gathering also highlighted the traditional sporting culture, hospitality and community spirit of Bunjwah.
Following the successful completion of the event, volunteers of Awaz E Bunjwah felicitated individuals who extended valuable support and cooperation towards its organisation.
Tehsildar Bunjwah Shri Tejinder Sharma, JKAS; Block Development Officer Bunjwah Shri Aijaz Ahmed Butt; and the Major of 26 RR Company Patnazi were honoured with Certificates of Appreciation, badges and shawls as a mark of gratitude for their contribution to the smooth conduct of the programme.
The organisation also acknowledged the support extended by MLA Inderwal Shri Pyare Lal Sharma, former minister G.M. Saroori, Farooq Ahmed Keen, Bihari Lal Sharma, Mohd Iqbal Keen, Khurshid Ahmed Wani, Mohinder Singh and Sunil Kumar, besides the residents and general public.
Awaz E Bunjwah expressed appreciation to the people of Bunjwah for maintaining peace, discipline, unity and brotherhood throughout the event.
The organisers said the successful conduct of the Dangal Mela demonstrated the potential of collective and voluntary community efforts to create meaningful platforms for youth engagement, cultural promotion and social development.
They urged young people to remain connected with sports and other constructive activities, maintain discipline and brotherhood, and actively participate in initiatives aimed at the welfare and development of the region.
The programme was conducted through the dedicated efforts of Awaz E Bunjwah volunteers, including Shafqat Sheikh, Mohd Ashraf Wani, Tahir Hussain Mir, Mohd Aslam, Jaffer Hussain Naik, Rohit Kumar, Mohd Shafi Akhoon, Ram Singh, Adil Hussain and Mohd Younus Keen.
Awaz E Bunjwah reiterated its commitment to promoting sports, communal harmony, social responsibility, youth empowerment and a drug-free society, and said it would continue organising initiatives aimed at the welfare, development and cultural promotion of Bunjwah.