Ramban, May 11: Inter-school zonal level competitions are being organised across Ramban district under the banner of the “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan,” witnessing enthusiastic participation from students in multiple zones.

The events, organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), aim to promote sports culture, fitness and a drug-free lifestyle among youth through various competitive activities.
In Zone Banihal, the fifth day of competitions featured badminton and chess events in Boys U-14 and U-17 categories at HSS Boys Banihal. Around 115 students from 16 schools participated in the competitions.
Zonal Physical Education Officer (ZPEO) Mohammad Saiddullah Mir and other officials attended the event and interacted with students, spreading awareness about the harmful effects of drug abuse and encouraging healthy living through sports and discipline.
Meanwhile, Zone Khari hosted volleyball competitions in Boys U-14 and U-17 categories, drawing participation from nearly 157 students from various institutions.
The event was inaugurated by ZPEO Fayaz Ahmed Mir, who appreciated the role of sports in engaging youth in constructive activities and urged students to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a healthy society.
In Zone Ukhral, inter-school U-14 Boys competitions were organised in volleyball, kabaddi, kho-kho and yoga at Government Model Higher Secondary School Ukhral.
Held under the supervision of ZPEO Mohammad Haroon Bhat and inaugurated by I/C Principal Mohammad Ishaq Naik, the event witnessed participation from nearly 645 students, making it one of the largest sporting gatherings in the district.
Speakers on the occasion highlighted the importance of sports in developing discipline, confidence, teamwork and personality among students.
Officials said all events are being conducted under the supervision of DYSSO Ramban with the objective of strengthening grassroots-level sports and steering youth towards a healthy, disciplined and drug-free future.