Srinagar, July 30: The District Srinagar Carrom Championship 2025–26 Wednesday concluded with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship at the Carrom Hall, Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar. The championship showcased the vibrant spirit of young athletes across various age categories, reflecting the growing popularity of indoor sports like carrom in the region.A statement issued here said that the closing ceremony was graced by Javid-ur-Rehman, Administrative Officer, J&K Sports Council and Sports Officer Central (Kashmir), who distributed the trophies and medals among the winners and runners-up. He was joined by Adil Rashid Shah, President, Jammu and Kashmir Carrom Association, Goutam Shukla, Incharge Sports Activities, J&K Sports Council, Arif Sultan Khan, Treasurer and Dawar Rashid Gadyari, Assistant Secretary and Organising Secretary of the event. In his keynote address, Javid-ur-Rehman congratulated all players, officials, and parents for their active involvement and commitment to the event. He emphasised the vital role of sports in youth development, stating, “It is far better to choose the path of sports over the perils of drug abuse. Games are a source of discipline, direction, and determination—qualities every young person must embrace.” Adil Rashid Shah, while addressing the gathering, extended heartfelt congratulations to all winners and participants. He expressed his sincere gratitude to the J&K Sports Council, especially Secretary Nuzhat Gull, for their unwavering support and for facilitating the smooth conduct of the championship. He encouraged young players to register with the Sports Council and attend regular practice sessions held daily at 3:00 PM at Carrom Hall, Bakshi Stadium. He also urged parents and schools to promote sports among children, noting that “Carrom may be a smaller discipline, but it offers equal opportunities for sports quota benefits, college admissions, and career development, just like hockey, cricket or football.”
Championship Results
Cadet Girls
Saeedah Adil
Amber Sajad
Hoor Shahzadi
Cadet Boys
Peerzada Rasikh
Hassan Adil
Aman Farooq
Sub-Junior Girls
Saeedah Adil
Alzeena
Aisha Aijaz
Sub-Junior Boys
Hassan Adil
Havin
Ziyan Sofi
Junior Girls
Saeedah Adil
Areeba
Fatima
Junior Boys
Moomin Mehraj
Tameem
Mudasir
Senior Girls
Aqsa Jan
Mehak Nabi
Zainab Nisar
Senior Boys
Shahid Ahmad
Furkan Nazir
Zaid bin Aijaz
The Jammu and Kashmir Carrom Association extends its appreciation to all stakeholders, volunteers, and supporters who contributed to the success of the championship. The Association remains committed to organise the rest of the District Carrom Tournaments soon, followed by UT-level events, nurturing young talent and creating more opportunities for indoor sports across the Union Territory.
