Srinagar, September 18, 2026: More than 175 young judokas from different schools, clubs and sporting institutions took part in a two-day Judo Competition organised by 21 Battalion, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) under its Civic Action Programme 2026.
The competition was held on September 17 and 18 at the Indoor Sports Complex, Ellahi Bagh, Srinagar, in collaboration with the J&K Judo Association and Saving the Future NGO.
Young participants from Presentation Convent Higher Secondary School, J&K Police Public School, Government Middle School Khalifa Pora, Delhi Public Montessori School, Sheikh-ul-Alam School, Judo J&K, Wazir Bagh Club and other institutions participated in the event.
The closing ceremony was attended by Shri Anil Kumar Briksh, Commandant, 21 Bn CRPF, as the Chief Guest.
Speaking to the participants, Commandant Briksh congratulated the young judokas and appreciated the efforts of their coaches, schools, clubs and officials. He stressed the importance of sports in helping young people develop discipline, confidence, teamwork and a positive approach towards life.
He also appreciated the role of the parents and the organisations that supported the competition.
The event gave the young athletes an opportunity to compete against other judokas, test their skills and gain experience in a proper competitive setting.
Representatives of the J&K Judo Association, including Gowher Khan and Ajmal, Tournament Director Kabra Altaf, and Adv. Junaid Syed, Chairman of Saving the Future NGO, were present during the closing ceremony.
The competition concluded with the distribution of medals and certificates among the winners and participating athletes.
The opening ceremony had earlier been attended by Shri Salman Ali Sagar, MLA Hazratbal, who encouraged the participants and appreciated the initiative.
The two-day programme was part of 21 Bn CRPF’s Civic Action Programme and brought the force, sporting organisations and young athletes together on a common platform.
For the participating judokas, it was an opportunity to compete, learn and gain confidence, while for the organisers, it was an effort to encourage more young people to take up sport and remain connected with positive activities.
