Shah Re Khass Traders’ Body Hails Police Initiative to Promote Drug-Free Society Through Sports

**Farooq Ahmad Wani Participates in Police-Organised Cricket Tournament; Leaders Stress Youth Engagement in Healthy Activities**

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SRINAGAR OCT,24:-A representative of Shah Re Khass Traders Chambers and Society, Chief Advisor Farooq Ahmad Wani, participated in a cricket tournament organised by the Police Department on the directions of the organisation’s Chairman and President.

The tournament aimed to promote a drug-free society by encouraging young people to embrace sports and other constructive activities. The event highlighted the role of cricket in promoting physical fitness, discipline, teamwork and a positive lifestyle among youth.

Police Chief Dr. G. V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, IPS, distributed cash prizes and trophies among the participating players, appreciating their involvement in sports and encouraging them to stay away from drugs. SP North Showkat Ahmad and other police officials were also present on the occasion.

Shah Re Khass Traders Chambers and Society appreciated the Police Department’s initiative, describing sports-based activities as an effective means of engaging young people in healthy and productive pursuits.

The organisation stressed the need to organise more such tournaments and youth-oriented programmes to strengthen the anti-drug campaign and spread awareness about the importance of sports in building a healthier society.