Ten teams are taking part in a cricket tournament at Charligund, where Awantipora Police is using sport to encourage youth participation and promote a drug-free society. The competition was inaugurated on November 11, 2026, under the Civic Action Programme 2026–27.
The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Awantipora, opened the tournament. The district police described the event as part of its efforts to strengthen community relations and offer young people constructive recreational activities.
Matches are being played in a knockout format. The tournament gives local cricket enthusiasts an opportunity to display their sporting abilities, while fostering teamwork, discipline and healthy competition.
Sport and drug-awareness objectives
The initiative also supports the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, a nationwide campaign to combat substance abuse and raise awareness about the importance of a drug-free society. Awantipora Police says its sports and community outreach programmes encourage healthy lifestyles and aim to help young people avoid drugs and other harmful influences.
The Civic Action Programme 2026–27 reflects the police’s stated commitment to improving police-public relations and creating opportunities for positive youth participation. The Charligund tournament is expected to encourage community involvement, showcase sporting talent and reinforce the message of a healthy, active and drug-free society.
