Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, Sept 22: In an effort to integrate the local youth and to promote the Kabaddi sports amongst the populace of Rajouri District, a Rashtriya Rifle Battalion under the aegis of Counter Insurgency Force, Romeo came up with a novel idea of promoting this game and organised a four day Kabaddi Championship at Keri. Youth and elders evinced keen interest in the competition which was first of its kind in the region. The event saw overwhelming response in which Manjakote Machos, Namblan Ninjas, Palma Panthers, Thanamandi Tigers and Rajouri Rangers teams participated. All the teams exhibited conspicuous enthusiasm and competitive spirit. The final match turned out to be a tough competition where teams used their skills and stamina to outdo each other. The match was witnessed by local supporters of both the teams. Both the teams on their part put up a fine display of sportsmanship and discipline.
The occasion was graced by village heads, sarpanches and panches of the villages including local populace who witnessed the keenly contested final. The occasion was also graced by Block Development Officer (Dungi) and other Civil Administration Officials. BDO gave away the winning trophy and prizes to the winner and runner up teams. The team members expressed profound gratitude to the Army for conducting such tournament which gave them the opportunity to showcase their talent and promoting bonhomie and healthy sporting competition amongst the locals.
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