Football tourney concludes

SSP Sandeep Mehta posing along with winning team at Bhaderwah. -Excelsior/Tilak Raj
SSP Sandeep Mehta posing along with winning team at Bhaderwah. -Excelsior/Tilak Raj

Excelsior Sports Correspondent

BHADERWAH, Mar 25: The three-day football tournament in Bhaderwah concluded with an exciting final match, attracting a large crowd of sports enthusiasts. The closing ceremony was attended by SSP Doda Sandeep Mehta, Addl. SP Bhaderwah Vinod Kumar Sharma, SDPO Bhaderwah Shoket Ali, Principal Boys Hr. Sec. School Bhaderwah Dr. Nazir Ahmed Butt, and other dignitaries.
The tournament, aimed at promoting sportsmanship and youth engagement, featured strong competition from teams across the region. In a thrilling final, Chakka Football 11 emerged as the champions, showcasing exceptional skill and teamwork.
SSP Sandeep Mehta congratulated the players for their remarkable performances and stressed the role of sports in fostering discipline, teamwork and a healthy lifestyle. He also highlighted the administration’s commitment to encouraging youth participation in such constructive activities.
At the end of the event, the winning team and runners-up were presented with trophies, medals and cash prizes. Special awards were given to emerging talents for their impressive contributions to the tournament. The event was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on the local sports community.