THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2020 (PAGE 10) DAILY EXCELSIOR, JAMMU , , A Mithun among stars J&K Shooting C’ship Ace footballer calls on Advisor Khan; in 4th week of March discusses sports scenario in J&K Rasool-led J&K to take on star-studded Excelsior Sports Correspondent Excelsior Sports Correspondent Kashmir awardee, discussed the JAMMU, Feb 19: Jammu and sports developmental pro- Kashmir Rifle Association JAMMU, Feb 19: Former grammes, inviting international (JKRA) shall organise J&K State international footballer of expertise to train local football in Ranji QFs today Shooting Championship in the Jammu and Kashmir, Arun players, besides the scenario of last week of March involving all Malhotra today called on the game in J&K. Malhotra also the top and budding shooters. *JKCA players will have to pull up socks to create history gave feedback to the This was decided in the spe- Excelsior Sports Correspondent to create a history at their home, player to watch. Advisor about the cial executive committee meeting but they need to pull up their socks However, J&K may face a bit scenario of infra- JAMMU, Feb 19: Parvez JKCA CEO Syed Ashiq Hussain Bukhari addressing media which was chaired by JKRA pres- and stick to the basics. of problem in selecting the structure for football Rasool-led formidable Jammu and persons in Jammu on Wednesday. -Excelsior/Rakesh ident Kuldeep Singh attended On the front, Karnataka Playing XI. One gets a feeling game and coaching Kashmir Ranji Trophy team will besides others by will heavily rely on Manish that there may be two or three facilities in the take on star-studded Karnataka in Amjad Parvez Mirza (general Pandey, who was on national duty changes in J&K’s Playing XI went on despite adverse region. the Ranji Trophy quarterfinals at secretary), S S Sodhi (treasurer), in the earlier outings and skipper from the team that played against Advisor Khan GGM Science College Hostel V S Pathania (senior member), Karun Nair, besides all-rounders Haryana in the last group match. assured Malhotra ground, here tomorrow. Sharat Chander Singh (vice presi- Gowtham K and . Ahmad Omar Banday may conditions, result evident: Bukhari that the government Karnataka finished on third dent), Ashok Kumar (joint secre- and Sharath replace Jiyaad Nazir Magray, is focused to give spot at the group stage in the Elite Excelsior Sports Correspondent no connectivity in the Kashmir tary), Col. Sukhbir Singh, Samar also add strength to their batting Umar Nazir Mir may replace further boost to the Group A&B, securing 31 points valley and we were much wor- Dev Singh Charak and Rajesh line up, while Jammu and Ramdayal, while left-arm medi- JAMMU, Feb 19: Jammu & sports programmes by playing 8 matches, winning ried about forming teams as Virdhy (chief coach). Kashmir batting will rely on the um pacer, Mujtaba Yousuf, Kashmir cricket team will clash Ace International footballer Arun in the UT to enable four and drawing the other four, nobody was able to establish The meeting was appraised by quartet of seasoned Shubham despite his 6- haul in the with star studded Karnataka Malhotra with Advisor Farooq Khan in the local youth to while Gujarat and Bengal were on contact with each other," said the general secretary and vice Khajuria, skipper Parvez Rasool last outing may be asked to make team here in five-day quarterfi- Jammu. excel nationally and first and second spots in this group the CEO and added that police president about the ever growing and youngsters Abdul Samad and way for experienced Mohammad nal of the Ranji Trophy 2019-20, internationally in with 35 and 32 points respectively. department has played a key role participation of J&K shooters at Shubham Singh Pundir. Opener Mudhasir. to be played at GGM Science Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, different sports activities. On the other hand, Jammu and in searching these players, who the National level competition Suryansh Raina is also shaping Though, an interesting battle College Hostels Ground, here Farooq Khan here and discussed He said the government is Kashmir finished first in Elite were not in touch. held during the sports season. well, while utility batters down on cards, yet Karnataka will today. various issues related to the utilizing all resources to boost Group-C, securing 39 points in "Efforts paid off and results The meeting was informed the order in all-rounders Abid enjoy a certain edge over J&K, "We are happy because sports developmental pro- sports activities and to tap the nine outings, with six wins, one are completely astonishing," that 55 shooters participated in All Mushtaq and Auqib Nabi have despite their home advantage. Jammu and Kashmir Cricket grammes and other related activ- talent with respect to different loss and two draws. Odisha said Mr Bukhari and added that India G V Mavlankar Shooting also proved more than useful at The teams: Probable XI Association (JKCA) team has ities in the Union Territory of international and world famous remained at second spot in this JKCA at present has a blend of Championship 2019 and 38th the group stage. (J&K): Parvez Rasool (), set history by entering into quar- Jammu and Kashmir. sports like cricket, football etc. group with 38 points by winning experienced and youngsters, North Zone Shooting In the bowling department, Suryansh Raina, Ahmad Omar terfinal and the best part is that Malhotra, State and Sher-e- five, losing two and drawing two which makes a good combina- Championship 2019 while 50 Karnataka will have all eyes on Bandey, Shubham Khajuria, we are the host and making all matches. tion. He expressed hope that other shooters took part in the the duo of speedsters Abhimanyu Shubham Singh Pundir, Abdul arrangements in a short span of Under the Mentorship of for- J&K team will surely defeat the 63rd National Shooting Mithun and M Prasidh, besides Samad, Fazil Rashid time," Syed Ashiq Hussain Bethal Church registers victory mer Test cricketer, Irfan Pathan, visiting team on home turf and Championship held at Bhopal in spinners Shreyas Gopal and (Wicketkeeper), Auqib Nabi, Bukhari, Chief Executive Jammu and Kashmir team has set a new record. Madhya Pradesh. Excelsior Sports Correspondent . Ravi Manchanda top Gowtham, while on the bowling Abid Mushtaq, Umar Nazir, Officer, JKCA told reporters played as a cohesive unit and it is The CEO also added that raw "As many as 16 shooters were scored with 46 runs, while Monty front, J&K will heavily rely on Mohammad Mudhasir/Mujtaba here at a press conference today. JAMMU, Feb 19: Bethal delight to watch mental toughness talent is being nurtured in selected for Indian Squad 2020 contributed 41 runs and Monu the bowling trio of skipper Parvez Yousuf. He said that Jammu & Church Jammu registered of the players, so the quarterfinal remote belts and infrastructure trials, while Vivaan Sharma chipped in with 14 runs. Sahil Rasool, young left-armer Abid Karnataka Probable XI: Karun Kashmir team has performed emphatic win over St. Paul battle would not be a cake-walk has also been raised in Srinagar, secured Silver medal in the CBSE took 4 wickets, Ajay bagged 2 Mushtaq and hit the deck seamer, Nair (Captain), Manish Pandey, brilliantly throughout the season Church via super over to seal even for the strong side like Baramulla, Jammu, Samba and National Shooting Championship wickets while Nathaniel, Sunil Auqib Nabi. Experienced cam- Ravikumar Samarth, Devdutt and out of nine matches, they berth in the semifinals of the Karnataka. Rajouri for cricket activities. at Haryana," informed Sharat and Max claimed 1 wicket each. paigner Umar Nazir will also be a Padikkal/ Pawan Deshpande, lost only one and qualified for ongoing 3rd Inter Church J&K boys possess everything Mr Bukhari also appreciated Chander. In reply, Bethel Churchalso Sidharth KV, S Sharat the quarters. Cricket Championship at former Indian cricketer Irfan In addition, Anu Sharma has managed to score 152 runs by (Wicketkeeper), Shreyas Gopal, "Post August 5, situation in Alexander Memorial School Pathan for being mentor of been appointed as technical offi- losing 7 wickets, thus match Gowtham K, , J&K is known to everyone. Due Ground, here. JKCA, who guided the young cial for world Championships to ended in tie. , M Prasidh. to internet shutdown, there was The Tournament is being Nikhil 30, Munna 20, Sahil Turks with his International be held in New Delhi the meeting organized by Christian cricket experience. told. 19 and Perry 17 runs were the APTECH Montana Int’l Pre Fellowship Trust Jammu under main scorers. Ravi took 3 wick- the supervision of Fr. Kuriakose, ets, while Sunil scalped 2 and President Christian Fellowship Monty claimed one wicket. School celebrates Annual Day Trust Jammu and Rajesh Gill In a super over batting first President Christian Sports Excelsior Correspondent with Principal of Galaxy Group Bethal Church scored 22 runs Organization Jammu whereas the with Nikhil 12 and Munna 10 and of Institutions were among the conduct committee of the cham- JAMMU, Feb 19: APTECH guests of honour. in reply St Paul Church managed Montana International Pre pionship includes Edwin to score 18 runs thus lost the The Principal of the school, Khokher, William Mattoo, School, Sainik Colony celebrat- Shivani Sharma presented vote match by 4 runs. ed its 1st annual function with Johnson Gill, Asif Gill, David Sahil was declared as the man of thanks. Mattoo, Griffan Gill, Sunny Gill, great zeal and enthusiasm, here She thanked everyone for of the match for his all-round Chief guest interacting with the teams during inaugural func- Amit, Asif Paul Gill and Mithu. today. their contribution to make this performance. tion of cricket tournament organised by Army in Ganderbal. Batting first, St Paul Church The annual day theme was annual day memorable. The match was officiated by 'Beyond Borders' with a unique Jammu scored 152 runs in the Mithu, Asif Gill and Amit The programme rode to a allotted 12 overs by losing 9 Army organises cricket message of oneness. final crescendo, by exceptional Athwal. Commencing on a devotion- surprise mother-teacher per- al note, a myriad of brilliant per- Churchill Brothers beat Real Kashmir formance. Students posing alongwith chief guest Frooq Khan advisor to formances by the students Western Dance performance Lt Governor during Annual Day celebration at JKMS in 2-1, rise to third in I-League table tournament at Ganderbal replete with music, dazzling Excelsior Sports Correspondent ticipating in the tournament choreographed by Mr Prince Jammu. MARGAO, Feb 19: dances and hues of colours amid was riveting, towards the end. which is being played on a great zest, vibrancy and elation. Churchill Brothers notched up a 2-1 victory over Real Kashmir GANDERBAL, Feb 19: The knockout basis. Speaking on the occasion, Chinar T-20 Cricket Tournament The ebullient little dancers of the chief guest appreciated the JKMS celebrates Annual Day FC and rose to the third spot in the I-League table here on The chief guest, in his address the school presented thematic Wednesday. which is being conducted at Govt to the teams, encouraged the team work and tremendous Excelsior Correspondent lowed by Ganesh Vandana and College of Physical Education, 'Beyond Borders', depicting rich effort made by the management cultural items displayed by the stu- Willis Deon Plaza (11th minute) opened the scoring by con- young players to utilize this gold- JAMMU, Feb 19: JK verting a penalty before Lalkhawpuimawia (20th minute) added Gadura was inaugurated today by radiant and vibrant dances of to depict the extra-curricular dents enthralled the audience. en opportunity not only to show- Montessorie Senior Secondary the second with a stunning strike. Maj General A Sengupta, YSM some countries. potentials of the little ones. The chief guest distributed the case their talents but also to School (JKMS) today celebrated Robin Singh (82nd minute) pulled one back for the Snow GOC CIF (V) in a grand ceremo- Bhupinder Kumar, Director They also acknowledged that prizes among the meritorious stu- imbibe some of the most impor- Annual Day at Teacher Bhavan, Leopards, but the first half double turned out to be enough for the ny in the presence of Brig Syed NHM; Additional CEO of theme based execution from lit- dents who have excelled in aca- tant life lessons through the Gandhi Nagar here. hosts to walk away with three points. Ali Usman, SC, Cdr 3 Sect RR, Ayushman Bharat Pradhan tle ones was one of its kind. demics and various competitions medium of sports. The theme of the event was ‘ The victory takes Churchill to third in the Hero I-League stand- Shafaqat Iqbal DC, Ganderbal, He appreciated the efforts of Mantri Jan Arogya Yojna; Awards were presented to held at School, District and Khalil Poswal, SSP, Ganderbal Commissioner Excise J&K and Parivartan Ki Aur’. National levels. ings with 19 points, while Kashmir remain in seventh place with organising committee for con- Aaron (Outspoken), Reyansh Advisor to the Lieutenant and various prominent persons of Ankita Kar (IRS) Officer graced Khan appreciated the manage- 15 points. (PTI) ducting the event and was (Obedieant), Hasrat (Neatly Governor, Farooq Khan was the govt and civil institutions. the occasion as the chief guest. ment and teachers for putting up pleased to see the large numbers Dressed Up) and Khushi chief guest while State such a grand show and for excel- In continuation of Indian of enthusiastic audience that had Mr Shekhar, popular carica- (Punctual) by the chief guest. Commissioner Bharat Scouts and Army's efforts to encourage lent approach towards imparting come to see the match. ture artist of Jammu, Mrs The programme ended with Guides , ID Soni, and Dy Chief DDC Poonch declares open sports in Kashmir Valley, quality education. He hoped that He declared the tournament Twinkle, emerging out of the the National Anthem. Eucation Officer, Jammu Ganderbal based 5 Rashtriya books facilitator & MD along the institution would continue in open amidst fanfare and excite- Devinder Singh Manhas and its endeavour in the mission of Rifles Battalion (JAT) launched ment. District Education Planning indoor cricket facility the much awaited championship providing quality education in the An inaugural match was Officer, Rakesh Gupta were the Excelsior Sports Correspondent Kumar, who is chairman of the showcasing their talent and com- region. played between Baramula guests of honour on the occasion. Earlier the gathering was wel- Hari Sham Indoor Cricket Arena. mitment of Kashmiri youth in Blasters (19 Inf Div) and Green Ex MLC Vibodh Gupta POONCH, Feb 19: District sports. comed and greeted by Principal, Happy over private sector X (Victor Force) to mark the presided over the function. Geeta Dixit highlighted the Development Commissioner coming forward in training the A total of ten teams from all Chairman of the school, Sanjeev beginning of the tournament. achievements of the school in her (DDC) Poonch, Rahul Yadav youngsters in sports, the chief parts of Kashmir Valley are par- Gupta and Academic Director, annual report. declared open the indoor cricket guest, DDC speaking to the gath- Rajni Gupta and Principals of dif- The vote of thanks was pre- facility-Hari Sham Indoor ferent prestigious schools of the ering lauded the initiative saying, Jr District Kabaddi C'ship declared open sented by Sutinder Kour and the Cricket Arena at Power House "I'm confident that the first of its city were also present . programme culminated with locality here today. Excelsior Sports Correspondent other special guests were Sh. The Programme commenced kind cricket facility would go a Mohit Gupta Tehsildar Udhampur National Anthem. Senior Superintendent of long way in producing national Udhampur, Feb 19: with the lighting of the lamp, fol- and Sh. Mohd Salim Naib Police (SSP), Ramesh Kumar and international stuff from the Udhampur District Kabaddi Tehsildar. Angral, Commanding Officer of remote district of Poonch." Association, under the banner of Earlier, Sheikh Tanveer, 39 RR, Col. R J Narayan and The coaching centre has J&K Amateur Kabaddi President Udhampur District Regional Transport Officer involved training coaches and Association organized Junior Kabaddi Association presented Students in colourful attires posing alongwith diginitaries (RTO), Poonch, Jugal Kishore other trainers in addition those District Kabaddi Tournament for welcome address and assured the and officals at Kidzee Roop Nagar. were guests of honour in the senior national players. Boys &Girls, which got underway guests and the participants that inaugural function. Earlier, budding players from at Mini Stadium, here today on such event will be organized on Also present were Mukesh the district, Urvashi Sharma (U- 19-02-2020. Over 28 teams from regular basis. Kidzee Roop Nagar Enclave Kumar (PTI), Prem Prakash 19 JKCA player), Rydham various government, private insti- The matches were officiated Luthra (Retd DYSSO), Narjeet Sharma (Under-14, U-16 JKCA tutions & Clubs of Udhampur by Ashwani Sharma, Ravi Singh, Singh (Retd ZPEO), Harcharan player) and K Nadeen (U-23 Districts are participating in the Sanjay Sharma, Rakesh Kumar, celebrates Annual Day Singh, Vijay Kumar, Kuljeet probable player JKCA) showed Tournament. Naveen Sharma, Kuldeep Thakur, Sanjeev Kumar (senior their batting skills on bowling Additional Deputy Excelsior Sports Correspondent done by the central govern- Sharma, Ramesh Sharma, Pushp cricketers), Pervaiz Malik Afridi machine. Commissioner, Udhampur S. ment, led by the popular Prime Sharma, Vipin Photra, Sourabh JAMMU, Feb 19: Kidzee (sports promoter). In the meantime, Pawan Gurvinderjeet Singh KAS was the Minister Narendra Modi, dur- Pandit, Ravi Kumar & Ram Roopnagar Enclave today cele- The inaugural of first of its Kumar, qualified BCCI NCA Chief Guest and Sh. Mushtaq ing the last five years in the kind training facility in the pri- Kumar (all officials from DYSS brated Annual Day with great Young cricketers posing along with DC Samba, Rohit S&CC, briefed the gathering Ahmed Choudhary ACD field of education in general vate sector was attended by a Udhampur). enthusiasm by organising a Khajuria and other dignitaries during inaugural ceremony of about the facilities to be provided Udhampur was guest of honour, and girl education in particular. large gathering of prominent colourful cultural event at Inter-Panchayat Cricket Tournament. by the cricket facility such as The Principal of the school locals, young cricketers and their Abhinav theatre here. Amit Pathania, in his address, batsman vedio shoot for batting Chander Mohan Gupta, parents. analysis, strength session, lec- gave a detailed view of the The indoor cricket training SMIS celebrates Annual Sports Day Mayor Jammu Municipal DC Samba inaugurates Inter-Panchayat tures on diet and nutrition. Excelsior Sports Correspondent guest. progress made by the Kidzee centre is owned by Dr Bubishan Corporation was the chief guest The principal of the school Roopnagar Enclave in short on the occasion. Dr Arun Block level Tournament JAMMU, Feb 19: Shubh appreciated the students for their span. Manhas, Director Samagra, Memorial International School enthusiastic participation in the Dr Arun Manhas, while Excelsior Sports Correspondent are going to participate in the (SMIS), Akhnoor today cele- Kapil Singh Chib Corporator inter Panchyat, Block Level, Inter Zone Jammu-Samba sports day programme and addressing the gathering, said it SAMBA, Feb 19:Inter- brated its 6th Annual Sports Day thanked the staff for the plan- ward no 64 and Dr Anil Gupta is the prime responsibility of tournament. The teams were with great zeal, excitement and Panchayat Block Level ning and execution of the event. Sr Assistant Prof University of parents to imbibe good ethics divided in four Zones: of Sports frolicsome atmosphere here. Tournament of U/25yrs men Sports Fest enters Day-3 Jammu and Joint Secretary and encourage them for com- Stadium Samba, Sports Sub-Divisional Police Office started in Samba under the Excelsior Sports Correspondent whereas GDC Jindrah won by 3 GHSS Camp Indian Institute of Public munal harmony. Stadium Smailpur, Badhori (SDPO) Akhnoor, Ajay Sharma Administration, Jammu were patronage of Director General points from GGM Science Dr Anil Gupta, in his Playfield ground and Dasal JAMMU, Feb 19: Intra-zone was the chief guest. The pro- Youth Services and Sports Dr College in the second semi final celebrates Annual Day guests of honour on the occa- address, laid stress on identify- playfield ground Bari- Jammu-Samba Sports Festival, gramme began with welcoming Saleem-ur-Rehman. match of Kho-Kho. sion. ing the unique qualities among Brahmana. 2020 has entered third day. address made by the school Excelsior Correspondent The young toddlers of the The tournament was inaugu- In Sem- final match of Kho- Principal, Shilpa Mahajan, fol- students. The 1st match was played In final match of Volleyball Kho (W) Government PG JAMMU, Feb 19: An Annual school presented several rated by District Development lowed by lighting of lamp. Mementos and Medallions between Super King Club Nud (W) Government PG College for College for Women, Gandhi Day cum Farewell function was colourful cultural items with Commissioner Samba Rohit The chief guest and school were presented to the brilliant Samba and R.D. Club Samba. Women, Gandhi Nagar defeated Nagar, Jammu won the match celebrated with great pomp and great patriotic fervour which Khajuria and Madam Sukhleen principal took the salute of the students besides the highlights District Youth Services and GCW Parade by 3-1 (26-24,09- from GCW Parade with differ- show today at Government enthralled the large gathering Kour Chief Planning Officer march past of the students with of the year were shared with Sports Officer Samba, Kiran 25, 25-23, 25-17). ence of 2 seconds. In semi final- Higher Secondary School comprising parents and promi- Samba who was also present some stirring marching music by the gathering. Jyoti also organsing secretary In Kabaddi(M), GGM II GGM Science College won by (GHSS) Camp Jagti Nagrota nent people of the society. during opening ceremony. the band while a homage was Vote of thanks was present- of the tournament thanked all Science College defeated GDC 7 points from GDC Khour. here. They also presented a theatri- Iqbal Singh Coordinator paid to sports legends also. ed by Manish Pathania. the dignitaries present during Akhnoor by 8 points. In third Dignateries who were pres- The principal of the institu- cal play on Five Elements of Sports Council Jammu and match, MAM college defeated Various type of race were the opening ceremony. ent on the occasion are Dr tion, Satish Kumar Pandita spoke Life. Tahir Mehmood, S/o Abdul Kashmir Union Territory was GDC RS Pura by 43 points. In organised for pre kids such as The Sarpanches of different Surinder Kumar (Convenor, on the occasion and emphasised Addressing the gathering, Hussain and Carrot race, Chocolate race, Ball also present during opening first semi-final match GDC Sports Committee), Prof BD upon the students to work hard Shamim Panchayats were also present race, Lemon race, Three leg the Mayor JMC emphasized on ceremony. Paloura won by 19 points from Sehgal, Prof Sunil Dutt, Dr and continue their struggle for Akhter, R/o during opening ceremony . The race, Balance the Balloon game, the importance of a mother in The tournament was organ- GDC Kunjwani while 2nd Davinder Kour, Prof Eisha achieving the good result in the Kothra, ZPEOs of Zone Samba Frog race and Obstacle race the life of a child, early child- ized by Youth Services and Semi-final MAM College won Gohil, Dr Roopali Slathia, upcoming exams. Darhal, Raghubir Singh, overall wherein 250 students participat- hood, developing good habits Sports Department in collabo- by 8 points from GGM Science Physical Director, Raman He presented a trophy to best Rajouri who Incharge of Venue Samba and ed. and importance of balance diet. ration with Sports Council J&K College. Sharma, (Pharmacist), Incharges house (Wisdom House) of the has qualified match officials were Daljeet The young achievers were Apart from this, he also UT. In Kho-Kho (M), GDC RS of various teams from different school and consolation prizes to NET in Singh, Sandeep Singh, Girdhari Pura won by 03 points from awarded with best athletes in highlighted the various Thirty two teams of Cricket colleges and match officials. different races by the chief the performing students. achievements and good work History. Lal . MAM College in first semi-final