Volleyball Tournament inaugurated at District Police Kupwara in memory of Police Martyrs

Kupwara : To honour the valiant martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty, a Volleyball Tournament commenced today at District Police Lines (DPL) Kupwara. The event has been organized as part of the ongoing Police Commemoration Week to pay tribute to the brave hearts of the police force who laid down their lives in service of the nation.

The inaugural match was formally declared open by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Shri Al Tahir Gilani who interacted with the participating teams and encouraged the players to uphold the spirit of sportsmanship and teamwork.

The opening encounter was played between Hyhama Volleyball Club and Shumnag Volleyball Club,in which Shumnag Volleyball Club emerged victorious with an impressive 3–0 win over their opponents. The match witnessed energetic performances, reflecting the enthusiasm of the youth and their commitment to healthy sporting culture.

Speaking on the occasion, SSP Kupwara highlighted the importance of organizing such sports events as a medium to promote camaraderie, discipline and physical fitness among the youth while remembering the sacrifices of police martyrs. He further emphasized that these activities help strengthen police-public relations and inspire young people to contribute positively to society.