Young Star FC Handwara Clinch Police District Knockout Football Tournament Title

Handwara, 23 Oct 2026: Young Star FC Handwara emerged as champions of the knockout football tournament organised by Police District Handwara after defeating United FC Bakhikher in an exciting final that was decided through a penalty shootout.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Handwara, Sajad Khaliq Bhat (JKPS), attended the concluding ceremony as the chief guest. He was accompanied by ASP Handwara, DySP DAR, SDPO, SHO Police Station Handwara and other police officials.

The tournament was organised as part of Handwara Police's efforts to strengthen police-public relations, promote a sporting culture and engage local youth in positive and constructive activities.

The event provided a platform for young footballers to showcase their talent, while encouraging teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship and healthy competition. Such initiatives also help build mutual trust and cooperation between the police and the public, particularly among the youth.

Local residents appreciated Handwara Police for organising the tournament and providing young players with an opportunity to participate in competitive sports. They also expressed hope that similar initiatives would continue to be organised to encourage budding talent and promote sports at the grassroots level.

Handwara Police reiterated its commitment to strengthening community relations through sports, youth engagement and other constructive activities aimed at fostering trust, cooperation and mutual respect between the police and the public.