Srinagar, Nov 6: In continuation of its efforts to promote sports, youth engagement and community participation, Srinagar Police had organized T-20 Cricket Tournaments across the five Zones of the District under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2026–27.
Continuing this initiative, the inaugural ceremony of the second T-20 Cricket Tournament was held today at Sri Pratap College Playground, M.A. Road, Srinagar. A total of eight teams from the East Zone jurisdiction are participating in the tournament.
The opening match was played between Chinar Cricket Club, Airport Road, Srinagar, and United Cricket Club, Srinagar, marking the beginning of the sporting event.
The final match is scheduled to be played on November 10, 2026, wherein the winner and runner-up teams will be felicitated with cash prizes and trophies. The remaining three tournaments will also be organised in their respective zones later this month.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by Shri Gh. Mustafa Bhat-JKPS, SP Headquarters, Yassir Qadr Parray-JKPS, SDPO Kothibagh, Ms. Syed Sleet Shah-JKPS, DySP Headquarters, Srinagar and Shri Nazir Ahmad Teli, DySP DAR, DPL Srinagar.
Several other senior officers of District Police Srinagar and Dr. Haris Izhar, Principal, Sri Pratap College, Srinagar, were also present on the occasion.
The officers reiterated that Srinagar Police remains committed to supporting young talent and providing opportunities for youth to excel in sports and other constructive activities.
Through such initiatives under the Civic Action Programme, Srinagar Police continues to strengthen Police-Public relations, promote a healthy lifestyle and nurture a spirit of sportsmanship, unity and social responsibility among the youth.