As part of the ongoing 100-Day Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, inaugurated the Unity Cup 2026 on Sunday at Sports Stadium, Anantnag.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by ADC, ACR, Secretary MCA, stadium management staff, ex Chairman MCA and other concerned officials. The inaugural ceremony also witnessed participation from local cricket players, sports enthusiasts, and a large gathering of general public including youth.
The mega cricket tournament, as per an official statement, is being organised by District Administration in collaboration with local associations and business houses. With 64 teams competing for the glory, SH Stars and MCC Janglat Mandi locked horns in the opening match.
Expressing great satisfaction over the resumption of sports activities at this historic venue, the DC called the cricket tournament “an apt opportunity” to engage youth and allow them to showcase their talent at a bigger level.
He said that there had been a persistent demand from the youth and civil society to expedite the renovation work on the playfield and restore it for hosting sports events.
“In response to this, the upgradation process was expedited, and today a grand cricket tournament in which a number of premium teams are participating has been kicked off,” he noted.
