Srinagar hosts 10th District Pencak Silat C’ship

Pencak Silat athletes in action during competition.
Pencak Silat athletes in action during completion.

Excelsior Sports Correspondent
SRINAGAR, June 17: The 10th Srinagar District Pencak Silat Championship 2025 commenced at Indoor Stadium Polo Ground, here today, with over 450 participants from various schools and clubs. The two-day championship is being organized by the District Srinagar Pencak Silat Association and sponsored by the J&K Sports Council.
Anisa Nabi, Chief Sports Officer, J&K Sports Council, was the chief guest at the opening ceremony. She praised the initiative for encouraging traditional martial arts and engaging youth in positive physical activity. Hilal Ahmad, Manager of the Indoor Stadium, also attended and conveyed his best wishes to the athletes.
The championship includes competitions across multiple age groups, aiming to promote fitness, discipline and sportsmanship. It serves as a platform for identifying talent and expanding the popularity of Pencak Silat in Jammu and Kashmir.