Bandipora: In a commendable effort to foster a Drug-Free Kashmir, Sahil Bashir in collaboration with White Globe NGO and SHADIPORA YOUTH CLUB, orchestrated the highly anticipated “BABA GANI (RA) CRICKET TOURNAMENT 2024 “. This initiative, held from 02 October to 27 OCT 2024, garnered immense support from the community, and was efficiently managed by SAHIL BASHIR
Recognizing the perilous trend of youth involvement in drug-related and anti-social activities, the tournament served as a beacon of hope, encouraging participation in constructive extracurricular pursuits. Sahil Bashir, a distinguished athlete who has represented the nation in Track and Field at the international level,NATIONAL LEVEL, ALSO BEST SPORTSPERSON AWARD WINNER 2022 ,underscored the importance of creating a drug-free society for a prosperous future.
The knockout tournament, featuring 8 teams, marked a significant milestone in District Bandipora’s sporting landscape, fostering camaraderie, discipline, and awareness about drug prevention. The 25 -day spectacle culminated on 27 OF OCT , 2024, with Check Cricket club clinching victory over SHADIPORA XI in a thrilling GRAND FINAL.
Dignitaries including Chief Guest Adv. Hilal Akbar lone MLA SONAWARI ) , Special Guest MR.Kaisar Bashir( SHO Sumbal ) Guest of Honor, MR.SYED JUNAID SADAAT ( CHAIRMAN OF WHITE GLOBE NGO) ,( Mr.IMTIYAZ AHMAD WANI ( OWNER OF CHINAR VIEW RESTAURANT) , MR. Mushtaq Ah Dar ( Owner of mughal darbar shadipora) ,MR.ALTAF AHMAD MIR ( PRINCIPAL BABA GANI PUBLIC SCHOOL) , MR.YAQOOB RESHI ( SENIOR CRICKETER OF SHADIPORA), MR. BASHIR AHMAD WANI ( SENIOR SOCIETY MEMBER ) , MR.Abdul Rashid bhat ( SENIOR SOCIETY MEMBER ) ,MR.Raqib Fida (Chairman Study Insight), and M/s Qurat-Ul-Ain (Founder Terrific Trio Trust 3T) graced the event, adding to its prestige.
The tournament not only showcased sporting prowess but also instilled values of sportsmanship and resilience among participants. Winners and runners-up were lauded with trophies and Cash prizes while all participants received trophies in recognition of their commitment and enthusiasm.
The BABA GANI (RA) CRICKET TOURNAMENT 2024 stood as a testament to the collective resolve to build a healthier, drug-free society, resonating with the aspirations of the community and setting a precedent for future endeavors in youth empowerment and social upliftment.
