Gurez: The Department of Youth Services and Sports J&K began it’s annual training in the famous winter sport of Skiing at the picturesque Gurez. The 10 days training course was inaugurated on Sunday at Darthani Nallah Badwan Gurez. The event was officially inaugurated by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Gurez and the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) of Gurez, marking the beginning of an exciting initiative aimed at nurturing young talent and promoting winter sports in the area.
Under the guidance of the Director General of Youth Services & Sports (YS&S), the course will see the participation of 50 enthusiastic boys and girls. The program is being conducted under the supervision of District Youth Services and Sports Officer (DYSSO) Bandipora, along with the dedicated physical education staff of Zone Gurez.
This initiative is part of the Department of Youth Services & Sports J&K’s ongoing efforts to promote sports and engage youth in diverse sports disciplines. The Department’s consistent efforts are not only popularized skiing in Gurez but are also paving way to introduce Gurez as an attractive winter tourism destination.
The course is expected to further enhance Gurez’s reputation as a winter sports haven, attracting skiing enthusiasts to take part in the skiing training. By equipping young participants with essential skiing skills, the program aims to foster a new crop of players while boosting tourism and economic activity in the area.
Speaking at the inauguration, the SDM of Gurez emphasized the transformative impact of such initiatives on the youth and the local economy. “This skiing course is not just about sports; it’s about empowering our youth and putting Gurez on the map as a winter destination,” he said.
