PULWAMA, Oct 25: The District Pulwama Cycle Polo Championship 2026 concluded at the Sports Stadium, Chewi Khuard, Pulwama, with more than 165 athletes, including boys and girls, participating across Sub-Junior, Junior and Senior categories.
Jujdash Raj Sharma, District Youth Services and Sports Officer (DYSSO), Pulwama, attended the event as the chief guest. The president and organising secretary of the District Pulwama Cycle Polo Association (DPCPA) were also present as guests of honour.
The championship provided a competitive platform for young athletes to showcase their sporting skills, talent and determination. Participants competed in different age categories, reflecting the growing interest in cycle polo among boys and girls in the district.
At the conclusion of the event, the chief guest distributed medals, trophies and mementoes among the winning and runner-up teams. He appreciated the efforts of the organisers in promoting sports and encouraging young people to participate in sporting activities.
The championship was organised by the District Pulwama Cycle Polo Association under the aegis of the Jammu and Kashmir Cycle Polo Association and sponsored by the J&K Sports Council.
The event aimed to identify and encourage emerging sporting talent while providing athletes with opportunities to develop their skills through competitive participation.
The successful conclusion of the championship highlighted the role of local sports associations and supporting institutions in promoting cycle polo and strengthening the sporting culture among youth in Pulwama district.