Sajjad Shaheen for developing sports infrastructure in rural areas

Srinagar, June 19: National Conference leader and district president Ramban Sajjad Shaheen on Monday called upon the LG administration to prioritise the need of raising sports infrastructure and various sports equipment in rural areas which he said will facilitate participation and enhance the skills of sportspersons from J&K.
He also called upon the youth to become agents of change and play their role in protecting the young population from falling prey to the grave evil of drug menace which is assuming frightening proportions in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.
While addressing youth gatherings during the prize distribution ceremony of the final match of Super Entertainment Cricket Cup season-5 organised by Nawaz Sharif, Manzoor Ahmed Sarpanch and Tanveer Ahmed held at Hirnihal, Khari in Banihal constituency, Shaheen said, “Given the severity of the drug menace and its impact on society, I think every one of us ought to play his/her role in eradicating this destructive evil.”
Giving away the Winner and Runner-Up trophies, the NC leader appreciated the players for their excellence in the game, saying there is no dearth of talent in Jammu and Kashmir but the need is to fine-tune their capabilities and make a mark in national and international sports events.
He said Jammu and Kashmir has already produced some ace cricketers who are making their mark in the national team as well as in the IPL. “This is highly encouraging and rekindles hope about the best of the times in the field of cricket, he said, adding, “Our youngsters are second to none and provided opportunities, coaching and avenues, the day is not far when they will shine in the cricket horizon of the country.”
Shaheen appreciated the enthusiasm among the budding cricketers and said that more than a month-long competition will place them in good stead to face the competitive world with vigour and confidence. He complimented the organizers for holding the tournament, saying this will go a long way in providing a larger canvas to the budding cricketers.
He said the youth of district Ramban are blessed with a lot of potential and talent which needs to be properly groomed so that they can compete at the national and international levels.