JAMMU, Oct 10: The Department of Youth Services and Sports, District Jammu, organised the Inter-District Union Territory-Level Fencing Championship for boys and girls across different age groups at Khel Gaon, Nagrota, Jammu, on Saturday, witnessing enthusiastic participation from 325 athletes representing various districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
The championship was organised under the patronage of Director General, Youth Services and Sports, J&K, Anuradha Gupta, IAS, and under the overall supervision of District Youth Services and Sports Officer (DYSSO), Jammu, Sukhdev Raj Sharma. The event aimed to provide young fencers with a platform to showcase their talent, demonstrate their competitive abilities and gain valuable experience at the Union Territory level.
The participation of 325 athletes highlighted the growing interest in fencing among young sportspersons across the Union Territory. The competition brought together players from different districts, providing them an opportunity to test their skills, learn from one another and compete in a disciplined and sporting environment.
On the opening day, Udhampur district secured first and second positions in the Under-19 Boys Sabre event, while Budgam district claimed third and fourth positions in the same category. The participating fencers displayed commendable agility, technical skill, discipline and determination throughout the competition.
The championship is aimed at promoting fencing among young athletes and identifying promising talent capable of representing Jammu and Kashmir in higher-level competitions. Such events also help young sportspersons gain exposure to competitive fencing while encouraging them to improve their performance through regular participation.
The Department of Youth Services and Sports has been organising sporting activities across the Union Territory to encourage young people to participate in different disciplines and develop their sporting abilities. The initiative also seeks to strengthen the sports ecosystem by providing athletes with opportunities to compete, improve their skills and pursue excellence.
The championship will continue with events across various age groups and categories, offering more participants an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and compete for top honours.