Shopian, Oct 24: As part of the ongoing observance of Police Commemoration Day, Police Flag Day and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas-2026, a tug-of-war competition was organised at District Police Lines (DPL) Shopian.

The event was presided over by SSP Shopian Sh Mushtaq Ahmad Choudhary-JKPS in the presence of Addl. SP Shopian, DySP Hqrs Shopian, DySP DAR Shopian and other police officers officials, who encouraged the participants and highlighted the importance of sports in promoting physical fitness, teamwork, discipline and a spirit of unity. The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation, with teams displaying sportsmanship, coordination and team spirit. The winning and runner-up teams were awarded trophies and cash prizes in recognition of their performance and efforts.
The initiative formed part of the ongoing observance aimed at promoting national unity, integrity, discipline and camaraderie among police personnel, while commemorating the sacrifices of police martyrs who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
Police reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sportsmanship, strengthening unity and upholding the values of dedication, discipline and national service.