Martial arts
inter-School competitions held at Baramulla
Baramulla,
April 25: Continuing
its mission to nurture young talent and promote physical fitness among
school-going children, the Department of Youth Services and Sports
Baramulla, successfully conducted a series of inter-school zonal level
sports events across multiple zones of the district.
In Zone Baramulla, the Under-14 and
Under-17 Boys and Girls Wushu and Taekwondo Championships were held at the
Kashmir Combative Academy. The event witnessed overwhelming participation from
over 24 government and private institutions, with more than 300 students
demonstrating exceptional skill, discipline, and sportsmanship across various
weight categories.
Zone Wagoora organized its zonal
level Wushu and Taekwondo competitions for the Under-14 and Under-17 boys at
HSS Kreeri, where 53 students from different schools displayed commendable
performances in their respective bouts.
Simultaneously, Zone Dangiwacha
hosted its inter-school Wushu and Taekwondo events at the Community Hall
Dangiwacha. The Taekwondo segment recorded the participation of 64 students in
U/14 and 35 in U/17, while the Wushu event saw 25 students in U/14 and 20 in
U/17 competing fiercely.
The event was graced by the Zonal
Education Officer (ZEO) Dangiwacha as the Chief Guest, who appreciated the
participants and the organising committee for their efforts.
Apart from martial arts, focus was also laid on indoor and
wellness sports. In Zone Chandanwari, an Inter-School Chess Competition for
Under-14 and Under-17 girls was held at HSS Bijhama, encouraging strategic
thinking among young minds.
Similarly, Zone Tangmarg hosted its Inter-School Chess
Championship for girls at GGHS Chandilora, witnessing enthusiastic
participation and a battle of wits across the boards.
Meanwhile, Zone Fatehgarh contributed by organising an
Inter-School Yoga Competition for Under-14 and Under-17 girls, promoting
mindfulness and physical well-being.
DYSSO Baramulla, Zahoor Ahmad Wani expressed great
satisfaction over the smooth conduct and vibrant participation across all
zones. “These competitions are not just about winning medals, but about
empowering our youth, inculcating discipline, and encouraging them to lead
healthy lifestyles,” he said, while congratulating all the participants and
organisers.
These multi-zone events reaffirm the department’s
commitment to holistic student development through sports and physical
education.