Keran, Kupwara/September 9, 2026 (JKNS): The fourth day of the much awaited Keran Mela 2026 witnessed another exciting day of cricket matches at Keran, with enthusiastic participation from local youth and spectators. The Mela, being organised through a joint initiative of the Indian Army and the District Administration, is continuing from September 6 to September 27, 2026.
As part of the ongoing sporting activities, two cricket matches are being played every day, providing young players from Keran with an excellent platform to showcase their sporting talent, skills and teamwork. The matches have generated great excitement among the local population, with people gathering in large numbers to support and encourage the participating teams.
With each passing day, the Keran Mela is bringing a unique atmosphere of happiness, enthusiasm and celebration to the land of Keran. The cricket and surrounding areas are filled with cheers and excitement as youth actively participate in the sporting events and spectators enjoy the spirit of healthy competition.
The three week long festival aims to provide the youth of Keran with positive opportunities to showcase their talent and participate in sports, cultural and other constructive activities. A major objective of the Mela is to inspire young people to choose sports, education, creativity and positive activities over drugs and other harmful influences, contributing towards the vision of a healthier and drug free society.
The Keran Mela also serves as a platform to promote unity, brotherhood, discipline, teamwork and youth empowerment. Through sports and cultural activities, the younger generation is being encouraged to build confidence, develop leadership qualities and contribute positively to society.
Local residents have expressed their happiness and appreciation for the initiative, stating that the Mela has brought a special sense of joy and celebration to Keran. They also expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Army and the District Administration for their continued support and for organising such meaningful activities for the youth and the wider community.
The Keran Mela 2026 is not merely a festival; it is a celebration of youth, sports, culture, unity and community spirit. As the cricket matches continue day after day, the Mela is expected to further inspire the younger generation to pursue their dreams, stay away from drugs and harmful influences, and play an active role in building a stronger and more positive society.
The excitement continues in Keran, with every day of the Mela bringing new energy, happiness and opportunities for the youth to shine.
The people of Keran and Indian army thanked and appreciated a journalist from karnah, Peerzada Sayeed for his efforts to give coverage to the tourism activities of keran . He always highlighted the events regarding tourism in Keran in different newspapers, electronic media and social media. (JKNS)
