Baramulla, July 24: The grand finale of the Varmul Gindo 3.0 Pittu Competition was held with great enthusiasm at the Indoor Stadium, Baramulla, bringing together players, spectators and sports enthusiasts in a vibrant celebration of traditional sports and youth participation.

The event was graced by Major General Manoj Joshi, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Dagger Division, who attended as the Chief Guest. He congratulated the participating teams for their spirited performances and appreciated the organisers for promoting indigenous games that strengthen community bonds and encourage a healthy sporting culture among the youth.
The final match witnessed intense competition as the finalists displayed remarkable teamwork, agility and determination. Spectators cheered enthusiastically throughout the contest, creating a lively atmosphere inside the stadium.
Addressing the gathering, Major General Manoj Joshi highlighted the importance of traditional sports in preserving cultural heritage while inspiring young people to adopt healthy and disciplined lifestyles. He said such events provide a positive platform for youth engagement, promote teamwork and foster mutual understanding within society.
The competition concluded with a prize distribution ceremony in which the winning team, runners-up and outstanding performers were felicitated with trophies, medals and certificates. The Chief Guest also interacted with the participants and encouraged them to continue pursuing sports with dedication and sportsmanship.
The successful of Varmul Gindo 3.0 reflected the growing popularity of the traditional game of Pittu in the region and underscored the collective commitment of organisers and participants to preserving local sporting traditions while promoting fitness and community participation.