District Police Kupwara Conducts Mini-Marathon, Cricket Match for Specially-Abled Persons
Kupwara, 26 October 2024: In continuation of the series of programs being organized in tribute to martyrs on Police Commemoration Day 2024, and in observance of Police Flag Day (21st October – 31st October), District Police Kupwara today held a Mini-Marathon under the theme “Run for Unity.”
The event was conducted from DPL Kupwara to Khumriyal and back, covering a total distance of 7 kilometers. Youth from various walks of life across the district enthusiastically participated in the event.
The Mini-Marathon was flagged off by Syed Mujahid-ul-Haq-JKPS, DySP DAR Kupwara, and culminated in a prize distribution ceremony where the top five participants were awarded cash prizes and certificates. Mudasir Ahmad secured the first position, followed by Tahir Ahmad in second, and Rayees Ahmad in third place.
In a subsequent event as part of the Civic Action Programme-2024, a cricket match for Deaf and Mute persons was conducted as part of the Sports Meet for Specially-Abled Persons. The match, held between Yellow Deaf 11 and Green Deaf 11, was an exciting contest that ended in a tie with both teams scoring 105 runs in the allotted 12 overs. In the Super Over, Green Deaf 11 emerged victorious.
Majid Ahmad was declared Man of the Match for his outstanding performance, scoring a brilliant fifty. At the end of the match, DySP DAR Kupwara distributed cash prizes of ₹15,000 and ₹10,000 to the winning and losing teams, respectively, along with trophies. Additionally, players from both teams were presented with uniforms as a gesture of encouragement and recognition of their talent.
District Police Kupwara remains committed to organizing such initiatives to promote unity, community engagement, and inclusivity while honouring the sacrifices of police personnel.
