Srinagar Feb 27: The residents of Rangreth, Rawalpora and its surrounding areas are extending their sincere appreciation to Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha and other dignitaries for their pivotal role in the development of a 70-kanal playfield at Sikh Nambal, Rangreth.
The community, especially the youth, expressed gratitude towards Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for the approval of this significant project, marking a beacon of progress for the area. Former minister and former MLA, Amira Kadal Jinab Syed Muhammad Altaf Bukhari, Administrative Secretary Sarmad Hafeez, Secretary Nuzhat Gull, Deputy Commissioner Akshay Labroo, Financial Advisor Yasir Sharief, and Executive Engineers from the Sports Department were also acknowledged for their collective support and commitment to the demand for a playground.
The government’s sanctioning of the project in 2020 has led to remarkable advancements, showcasing visionary leadership and a strong commitment to sports development. Dawood Ahmed, a sports enthusiast from VawoosaRangreth, expressed, “We have conducted many tournaments on this ground, and people from various areas throng these grounds.”
Local resident Parvez Ahmad Wani conveyed gratitude to the sports department for addressing the community’s need by constructing much-needed playgrounds in the area. The newly developed playfield, spread over more than 64 kanals of land on the right side of the Industrial area in Rangreth, has become a hub for both young and old residents who are now enjoying morning jogs.
Sonu Singh, a local resident, shared, “Earlier, we had no place to go for a morning walk as walking on the roadside was uncomfortable for us.” He was seen with a group of dozens other male friends enjoying the newly developed facilities.
