CRPF along with J&K Police, Army and civil administration working jointly to maintain peace in Srinagar: IG CRPF

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 22 (STC): Inspector General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), P K Sharma, said that the CRPF along with J&K Police, Army and civil administration is working jointly to maintain peace in Srinagar. He was speaking to reporters at the inauguration of the third CRPF Cricket Tournament which commenced here today.
“Every possible measure has been taken to ensure a secure and peaceful atmosphere in Srinagar,” he said.
However, he didn’t go into the details of the security preparedness in Srinagar. “I don’t want to go much into details since today is a sports event, but from our side every possible measure has been taken,” he said.
He added that CRPF has been serving here for the last 35 years and cooperation of people with them continues to grow.
Speaking about the tournament, the CRPF IG said the tournament is being organised regularly since 2023 in November-December with an aim to engage the youth and promote sports culture.
“Around 123 teams from Srinagar, Baramulla and Ganderbal showed interest this year, but due to time constraints, a draw was held and sixteen teams were shortlisted,” he said.
The tournament is being organised in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association, while the grounds have been provided by the University of Kashmir.
Sharma said special emphasis has been laid on youth participation. “We have kept age restrictions to ensure more involvement of players below 19 and 23 categories. Kashmir has enormous cricketing talent and enthusiasm. Through sports, we want to strengthen peace, harmony and connect positively with the youth,” he added.

(Straight Talk Communications)