CM Omar Abdullah Launches 2nd Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Tournament in Jammu to Combat Drug Abuse
JAMMU, April 7, 2026 — Championing the cause of youth empowerment and health, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah officially inaugurated the second edition of the Sher-i-Kashmir Cricket Tournament today at the Maulana Azad Stadium.
During the high-profile event, the Chief Minister launched the tournament trophy and unveiled the official jerseys for the participating teams. Accompanied by Minister for Agriculture Javid Ahmed Dar, Advisor Nasir Aslam Wani, and lead organizer Tejinder Singh, the Chief Minister interacted with the athletes, offering his best wishes for the upcoming day-and-night matches.
This year’s edition of the tournament transcends sport, serving as a vital social awareness initiative specifically designed to steer the youth of Jammu and Kashmir away from the perils of substance abuse.
By promoting a healthy and disciplined lifestyle, the event highlights the therapeutic and constructive power of cricket in fostering community unity.
Organizers and community leaders emphasized that such tournaments are essential in providing young people with a positive platform for engagement, ultimately aiming to build a more resilient and drug-free society through the spirit of competition.