Shazia Shah |Kashmir Pen
SRINAGAR, January 08: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday met the victorious Jammu & Kashmir Under-16 cricket team following their recent win in the Vijay Merchant Trophy (Plate Group), extending congratulations to the young players for their outstanding performance.
The Chief Minister lauded the team’s achievement as the outcome of “hard work, discipline, and team spirit,” stating that the victory had brought pride to the Union Territory. He interacted with the players and officials, appreciating their dedication and encouraging them to continue striving for excellence in the sport.
The Vijay Merchant Trophy is a key pathway to national-level cricketing exposure for budding athletes. J&K’s success in the tournament is being viewed as a positive sign for the region’s sports talent pipeline.
Sports enthusiasts and officials have welcomed the recognition, expressing hope that such achievements will further strengthen support for youth sports in Jammu and Kashmir | Kashmir Pen
