Srinagar, Nov 13 (KNO): A 10-10 cricket tournament organised by 117 Battalion of CRPF at Municiapl Park Jawahar Nagar area of Srinagar concluded here on Sunday with Rajbagg Panthers emerging as winners .
In a statement, issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said that a total of 8 teams participated in the tournament and matches were witnessed by large crowd of cricket lovers.
The statement reads that the final match was played between Sonwar Raiders and Rajbagh Panthers in which Rajbagh Panthers emerged victorious and lifted the trophy.
It reads that Faizan of Rajbagh Panthers was adjudged man of the series for his all round performance during the tournament.
“The tournament was inaugurated by S. M. Behera, Commandant 117Bn, in the presence of Abhiram Pankaj, Second In Command, R. R. Jha, Assistant Commandant and all the officers of 117Bn,” it reads.
It reads that this effort is a part of the vision of Charu Sinha, IG, Srinagar Sector CRPF, to connect with the youth in the valley.
As per the statement, Charu Sinha, IG, CRPF, in her message, on the occasion, lauded the efforts of 117 Bn and conveyed that CRPF in the valley is committed to the support and security of people.
She appealed the youngsters to participate in sports activities, take care of their health & fitness and contribute towards peace and harmony in the region—(KNO)