At the closing ceremony of the 2nd All India Police Kabaddi Cluster 2025–26 on March 12, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha delivered a powerful tribute to the security forces and a stern warning to those threatening the region’s stability. Addressing a packed crowd at the Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu, the LG emphasized that the current environment of peace was “secured through the sacrifices of the J&K Police, the Army, and the CAPFs.”
In a direct message to disruptive elements, Sinha stated: “You will find no place to hide. We will hunt you down from the deepest depths.”
Highlights of the Closing Ceremony
The week-long event (March 7–12) saw 1,648 athletes from various State Police and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) competing in Kabaddi, Gymnastics, Fencing, and Kho-Kho.
- Fencing Dominance: Jammu & Kashmir Police emerged as a powerhouse in fencing, clinching Gold in the Men’s Sabre Team event. Manipur Police took Gold in Women’s Epee, while SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal) topped the Women’s Sabre category.
- Gymnastics Excellence: The BSF (Border Security Force) secured the Men’s Team Championship title, with Sankshep Yadav (UP Police) winning Gold in the Men’s Vault.
- Values of Policing: The LG praised the “discipline and determination” of the participants, noting that the sports field bridges divides of geography, rank, and language.
Double Celebration: J&K’s Historic Ranji Triumph
A major highlight of the evening was the felicitation of the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Team. On February 28, 2026, the squad scripted history by winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title (2025–26 season).
| Category | Detail |
| Opponent | Defeated 8-time champions Karnataka in Hubballi. |
| Leading Performance | Auqib Nabi Dar (Player of the Series, 60 wickets). |
| Final Heroics | Shubham Pundir (121 runs) and Qamran Iqbal (160*). |
| Legacy | Ended a 67-year wait since the team’s debut in 1959. |
A Vision for the Youth
LG Sinha urged the younger generation to seize the “extraordinary potential” of the Union Territory and lead a collective war against narcotics. He praised the J&K Police’s Civic Action Programme for fostering trust and mentoring youth, ensuring they see the police as “guides and mentors” rather than just enforcement.
“Dream big, with the health, freedom, and opportunities to make those dreams real.”
— LG Manoj Sinha
