Highlighting the importance of the participation of youth in sports activities, Secretary PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control Farooq Ahmad Shah has said there is need to encourage the youth in taking part in various sports activities at all the levels and provide them a platform where they can show their talent. Farooq Ahmad Shah expressed these views while presiding over the concluding ceremony of Kunzar Premier League organized by Gulmarg Development Authority. He congratulated the winner team Kirmani Eleven and appreciated the various sports activities being organized by the youth at local level.
A total of 64 teams participated in this tournament and the final match of the tournament was played between Kirmani Eleven and KCC Eleven at Kunzar Sports Ground. Kirmani Eleven defeated KCC Eleven and clinched the title. On the occasion, the winners were given a trophy, cash prize of Rs. 35 thousand and runner-ups were given a trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 15 thousand.
Director General Youth Services and Sports Dr Saleem ur Rehman who was also present on the occasion, stressed upon the youth to participate in sports activities and assured all possible support to them.