New Badminton Court Opens at Police Housing Colony in Bemina Srinagar
SRINAGAR, May 05 — In a bid to reinforce the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan and promote a healthy lifestyle, Anand Jain inaugurated a new badminton court today at the Police Housing Colony in Bemina. The facility is part of a broader effort to encourage physical fitness and disciplined living among police personnel and their families.
During the event, officials noted that providing modern sports infrastructure is a key strategy in the department’s commitment to the holistic well-being of its members and a proactive measure to engage youth in constructive recreational activities.
Speaking at the ceremony, Junaid Mehmood emphasized that sports play a vital role in relieving stress and fostering teamwork. He highlighted that such initiatives are essential for steering the younger generation away from substance abuse and toward more productive pursuits.
By creating accessible platforms for talent development and recreation, the department aims to use sports as a preventive tool in the fight against drug addiction, channelizing the energy of the youth toward mental and physical health.
The inauguration serves as a significant step in the ongoing regional campaign to eradicate drug abuse through community participation and awareness.
Senior officials, including Maqsood-ul-Zaman and Suneel Raj, were present alongside commandants of various battalions and members of the Badminton Association.
The gathering underscored the importance of integrating sports into the daily lives of the community to ensure a drug-free and resilient society.