JAMMU, January 6, 2026: Satish Sharma, the Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, IT, Transport, and Youth Services & Sports, officially commended the organizers of the BIG Jammu & Kashmir Premier League (BIG JKPL) 2025–26 for establishing a premier professional sporting stage for the region’s youth.
Attending the grand finale at the University of Jammu Ground, the Minister witnessed the Royal Goodwill Cricket Club claim the championship title in a high-stakes encounter. During the prize distribution ceremony, Sharma felicitated the athletes, praising their discipline and the high level of sportsmanship displayed throughout the tournament.
Government Commitment to Sporting ExcellenceIn his address to the spectators and participants, Minister Satish Sharma reaffirmed that the Omar Abdullah-led government is deeply committed to upgrading sports infrastructure and fostering grassroots talent across the Union Territory.
He highlighted that high-profile leagues like the BIG JKPL are essential for providing local cricketers with the exposure needed to transition into professional careers.
By creating these pathways, the government aims to transform Jammu & Kashmir into a significant hub of sporting excellence, ensuring that young athletes have the resources and platforms to compete at national and international levels.
Fostering Unity and Professionalism :- The Minister also extended his appreciation to 92.7 BIG FM and its partners for executing a high-quality league that successfully engaged the public and united players from diverse districts.
Beyond physical fitness, Sharma emphasized that such initiatives are vital for instilling core values of teamwork and unity among the youth. He concluded by pledging continued departmental support for youth engagement programs, noting that the massive turnout and electrifying atmosphere of the finale reflect a thriving and healthy sports culture in Jammu & Kashmir.
