Jammu, May 15 (HS). The enthusiasm for sports reached its peak with the conclusion of the five-day inter-school zonal level sports competition at the Indoor Stadium in Akhnoor. Organized by Youth Services and Sports Department Zone Akhnoor, many sports including Kho-Kho, Kabaddi, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Cricket, Football, Basketball, Chess, Weightlifting, Badminton and Wrestling were showcased in this program to hone the talents. Around 1800 student athletes from both government and private institutions of Akhnoor region participated in the event.
In a grand closing ceremony, Principal of GBHSS, Akhnoor Musarat Jabeen appeared as the chief guest and inspired the young athletes. Emphasizing the importance of teamwork, collaboration and coordination, he highlighted how these values imbibed through sports resonate in various walks of life, be it education or career in the future.
Ashok Kumar, Incharge ZPEO Akhnoor heartily thanked all the participating teams for their exemplary display of sportsmanship throughout the competition. He expressed his gratitude to Jugal Kishore, Manager, Indoor Stadium, for facilitating the smooth conduct of the competitions by providing necessary infrastructure.