Youth Power and Remembrance Take Center Stage as Uchhad Volleyball Championship Concludes
POONCH, AUGUST 09, 2026 — In a resounding display of athletic prowess, youth engagement, and solemn remembrance, the highly anticipated Police Martyrs Memorial Volleyball Tournament reached its thrilling conclusion today at Uchhad in the Mankote region. Organized under the Civic Action Programme by the District Police Poonch, the multi-day sports spectacle brought together budding athletes, community leaders, and local residents in a unified celebration of sportsmanship and honor. The tournament served a dual purpose: providing an expansive platform for regional talent while paying rich tributes to the brave police personnel who laid down their lives in the line of duty.
The competitive arena witnessed fierce contention as 12 local teams battled for the top honor, displaying impressive discipline, strategic coordination, and unyielding team spirit. After a series of hard-fought matches that kept spectators on the edge of their seats, Knight Club clinched the championship title through a dominant performance in the final showdown. Balakote Club put up a formidable fight to secure the runner-up position. Both finalist squads were honored with trophies, medals, and monetary rewards during a grand felicitation ceremony that recognized their dedication and outstanding athletic performance throughout the competition.
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Poonch, Shafqat Hussain, attended the closing ceremony alongside Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Mendhar, Touseef Ahmed, to personally commend the athletes and oversee the presentation of awards. Interacting directly with the young competitors, SSP Hussain underscored the transformative power of sports in shaping character, fostering leadership, and instilling physical fitness. He highlighted that structured athletic events organized under the Civic Action Programme play a crucial role in directing youth energy toward constructive endeavors, building community resilience, and deterring young people from falling victim to substance abuse and social evils.
The event drew a massive turnout from the local populace, reflecting a deep bond between the regional security forces and the civil society of Mankote. Local elders and sports enthusiasts expressed heartfelt gratitude toward the District Police Poonch for orchestrating an event that highlights regional talent while keeping the memory of fallen heroes alive. Reaffirming their long-term vision, police authorities assured the public that similar youth-centric, sports-driven, and community-building initiatives will continue across the district to nurture upcoming talent and reinforce police-public synergy.