LG Manoj Sinha felicitates winners of ‘Jashn-e-Dal’, Water Sports event organized by J&K Police at Srinagar

Srinagar: In the Kashmir Valley, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated the winners of ‘Jashn-e-Dal’, a Water Sports event organized by Jammu Kashmir Police at Srinagar yesterday. 700 participants competed in 20 categories of Kayaking, Canoeing, and Slalom discipline during the three-day long event. 

Addressing the participants and the organizers, the Lt Governor commended the J&K Police for its valuable contribution to nurturing young sporting talents and providing them opportunities through Civic Action Programmes to realize their full creative potential. 

He said it is a dream of every athlete to get an opportunity to participate in sporting events, excel in their respective area and become role models for the upcoming generation. He said the ongoing sports activities give us hope and confidence that our players can produce path-breaking



achievements.

 

Mr Sinha observed that the vibrant sports culture reflects the image of aspirational Jammu and Kashmir which is determined to build a better future for the young generation. He maintained that our athletes will play a significant role in this task and contribute to building a strong and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir. He reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to provide world-class facilities, coaching, and mentoring to the young sporting talents of Jammu and Kashmir.

 

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said we are building new sporting future of J&K and it is our collective responsibility to empower our sportspersons, and help the hidden talents in the villages so that they can script shining successes in international sporting events. He also called upon the people especially the youth to discharge their duties and to contribute to Swachhta Abhiyan.