Budgam, Aug 22: As part of its continued efforts to promote youth engagement, sportsmanship and community participation, District Police Budgam inaugurated a Football Tournament under the Civic Action Programme 2026–27.

The tournament was inaugurated by SSP Budgam Shri Hariprasad K K-IPS through a ceremonial kick-off, in the presence of DySP DAR Shri Gh. Mohi-ud-Din and other police officers. The inaugural match was played between Ichgam FC and Ompora FC, with Ompora FC securing a convincing 3–1 victory. A total of eight football teams representing different areas of District Budgam are participating in the tournament. The initiative provides a constructive platform for local youth to showcase their sporting talent while encouraging the values of discipline, teamwork, camaraderie, leadership and healthy competition.
The tournament forms part of the broader Civic Action Programme of District Police Budgam, aimed at strengthening police-public relations and providing youth with meaningful avenues for positive engagement. Police reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a positive and supportive environment for youth and to continuing community-oriented initiatives that contribute towards a peaceful, healthy and progressive society.