Srinagar, May 17: The Trophy Unveiling Ceremony of the Alpha Hockey Inter School Tournament 2026 was held on Sunday. The tournament is organised by Badal Hockey Club under the aegis of Hockey J&K and in association with the J&K Sports Council.
The event, as per a statement, marked the official launch of the tournament, starting from 2nd June 2026, which will see participation from 32 schools across Kashmir, aimed at nurturing young hockey talent in the region.
The trophy was unveiled by Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports Department, J&K, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The other Guests of Honour included Nuzhat Gul, Secretary, J&K Sports Council, Gurdeep Singh Sangral, President, Hockey J&K and Dr. Naveed Nazir Shah, Pulmonologist & HOD, GMC Srinagar
In their addresses, the dignitaries emphasised the role of school-level sports in instilling discipline, teamwork, and preparing future national players. Badal Hockey Club reaffirmed its commitment to providing a competitive platform for budding athletes.
The tournament will feature matches among leading schools in the coming days, promising spirited competition and showcasing emerging talent.
The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr Bikram Singh, Vice President, Badal Hockey Club.
