Rajouri, Nov 18: Government Boys Model Higher Secondary School Rajouri on Tuesday hosted the inaugural ceremony of the Dr Raj Kumar Thapa Memorial District Level Cricket Tournament on the school grounds.
The event, as per an official statement, was inaugurated by MLA Rajouri, Iftkhar Ahmed, in the presence of Additional District Development Commissioner Malikzada Sheraz Ul Haq, Assistant Commissioner Development Auqil Nuvaid and Chief Planning Officer Maqsood Ahmed, besides other district and sectoral officers.
While declaring the tournament open, MLA Iftikhar Ahmed paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Dr Raj Kumar Thapa, recalling his selfless service and describing him as a guiding light for society. He noted that Dr Thapa, who lost his life in a recent shelling incident, will always be remembered for his dedication and humane values.
A pledge ceremony to strengthen the fight against drug abuse was administered to all participants to mark five years of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. A signature campaign promoting a drug-free society was also launched on the occasion.
Interacting with the players, the MLA encouraged them to uphold sportsmanship, discipline and teamwork.
