The 6th Vice Chancellor’s Rolling Trophy Cricket Tournament (Employees) was inaugurated today at the Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST. The tournament has been organized by the Directorate of Physical Education & Sports and witnessed enthusiastic participation from university employees.

Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, and Prof. Abdul Wahid Makhdoomi Registrar, IUST, were the inaugural ceremony as Guests of Honour. The inaugural ceremony was also attended by Mr. Sameer Wazir Finance Officer, Dr. Aabid Hussain Shalla, Dean Research, Dr. Mohd. Imran, University Librarian, Dr. Hilal Ahmad Rather and Dr. Mubashir Hussain, Assistant Directors, Directorate of Physical Education & Sports, along with various Heads of departments.
In his inaugural address, Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo congratulated the Directorate of Physical Education & Sports for organizing the event and expressed happiness over the active participation of faculty and staff members. He emphasized that such sporting events promote teamwork, discipline, and a healthy work culture within the institution. He added that sports not only build physical fitness but also strengthen institutional harmony and emotional well-being, which are vital for academic excellence. The first match was played between Administration Team-A and the School of Business Studies, and different employee teams will participate in the tournament in the coming days.