IGP Kashmir emphasizes the role of sports in promoting healthy alternatives and building community trust. [Video]

In an effort to build stronger relationships with the youth and tackle the growing menace of drug abuse in the Kashmir Valley, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Zone, VK Birdi, announced on Saturday that the police are organizing various sports activities.

Speaking to the media during the inauguration of a T20 cricket tournament in Anantnag district, Birdi highlighted the police department’s dedication to channeling the energy and potential of young people into positive and productive pursuits.

He noted that sports instill essential life skills and provide a healthy alternative to drug abuse. The initiative also aims to strengthen the bond between the police and the community, fostering trust and cooperation.

Birdi assured the public of stringent actions against those involved in drug trafficking and emphasized the importance of such events in building a healthy and empowered community.

“Sports is a powerful medium to not only improve physical health but …