Jammu, Dec 31: The 23rd National Sqay Championship was on Saturday inaugurated by former Health Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Dr. D K Manyal.
District Development Council members, Corporators, Secretary General Sqay Federation of India, Technical Officials Coaches and Managers of various contingents from different States and UT s of the country were present on the occasion.
More than 1000 Martial Arts players, both Boys and Girls drawn from 22 states of the country are participating in the championship.
The chief guest while addressing the participants laid stress on their active participation in sports activities which he said helps an individual to remain physically and mentally fit. He hailed the efforts of the Sqay Federation Of India for choosing Jammu and Kashmir as the venue for the 23rd Sqay National Championship.
It is pertinent to mention here that 100 boys and girls from Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory are also taking part in the championship. The event is organized by Jammu and Kashmir Sqay Association.