Jammu: Asserting that he has great faith in the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized that it is our collective responsibility to provide them with the necessary opportunities and support to empower them to contribute towards realizing the vision of a Viksit Bharat.
Lieutenant Governor made these remarks while inaugurating the Fifth edition of the Kashmiri Pandit Premier League at Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu.
He congratulated the participants and praised the event as one of the biggest cricket tournaments in the region, offering a platform for the youth to showcase their talents.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of sports, describing it as a tool to maintain a balance between body, mind, and soul. He stressed that sports inspire individuals to turn their dreams into action and bring energy and determination to society.
“Sports provide us the courage to achieve the impossible. It not only gives us dreams but the strength to fulfill them,” said the Lieutenant Governor.
He further noted that initiatives like the Kashmiri Pandit Premier League help players hone their abilities while fostering a sense of community among Kashmiri Pandits across the country.
Reaffirming his commitment to the welfare and empowerment of the Kashmiri Pandit community, the Lieutenant Governor praised their resilience, determination, and contribution to the nation. He called them a “ray of light” for India’s bright future.
LG also spoke about the country’s potential to harness its young demographic for development. He underscored the importance of the vision ‘Vikas Bhi Virasat Bhi’, which ensures the inclusion of youth in the development process, and stressed that the youth of Jammu and Kashmir can play a crucial role in advancing the nation’s progress.
“I have great faith in the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. It is our collective responsibility to provide them with the necessary opportunities to contribute to realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat,” he concluded.
