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Karnah( JKNS): Volleyball League 2026 Kicks Off at Lontha Ground.Hajinar and Tangdar Win Opening-Day Matches
*Karnah //With the aim of promoting sports and encouraging youth participation, the Indian Army on Sunday inaugurated the Karnah Volleyball League 2026* at Lontha Ground in Karnah. Teams from different parts of the region are participating in the tournament, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for volleyball among the local youth.
The opening ceremony began with the National Anthem, followed by two exciting matches on the first day. The tournament commenced at 2 PM. In the opening match, Khorwpara faced Hajinar, with Hajinar emerging victorious. The second match was played between Teetwal and Tangdar, in which Tangdar registered an impressive 3–1 victory.
Deputy Commander of Shakti Vijay Brigade, attended the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest, while Block Development Officer (BDO) Tangdar, Mudassir Sikandar, attended as the Guest of Honour. The event was also attended by the Army Officials, President of Ex-Servicemen League, Karnah, Mr Abdullah Qayoom Mir, prominent businessman Mohammad Ismail Khan, army veterans, local dignitaries and a large number of sports enthusiasts.
The refereeing duties were performed by Ishfaq Ahmad Chak and Umar Zaman, while Sheikh Munir provided commentary throughout the matches. The tournament has been organised by the Indian Army and is being conducted under the supervision of the Lontha Volleyball Club, headed by Yasir Chak, which is overseeing the coordination and management of the matches.
The primary objective of the tournament is to encourage young people to participate in sports, promote a spirit of healthy competition and provide local talent with opportunities to showcase their abilities. Such initiatives by the Indian Army play an important role in engaging youth in constructive activities and motivating them to pursue their sporting interests.
It is worth mentioning that the same Lontha Ground hosted the Zakir Memorial Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, which witnessed the participation of thousands of spectators. The consecutive days of volleyball competitions highlight the growing popularity of the sport and the immense enthusiasm of the people of Karnah.
The *Karnah Volleyball League 2026* is expected to provide local players with a valuable platform to demonstrate their talent, strengthen team spirit and pursue further opportunities in the field of sports.
*Karnah //With the aim of promoting sports and encouraging youth participation, the Indian Army on Sunday inaugurated the Karnah Volleyball League 2026* at Lontha Ground in Karnah. Teams from different parts of the region are participating in the tournament, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for volleyball among the local youth.
The opening ceremony began with the National Anthem, followed by two exciting matches on the first day. The tournament commenced at 2 PM. In the opening match, Khorwpara faced Hajinar, with Hajinar emerging victorious. The second match was played between Teetwal and Tangdar, in which Tangdar registered an impressive 3–1 victory.
Deputy Commander of Shakti Vijay Brigade, attended the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest, while Block Development Officer (BDO) Tangdar, Mudassir Sikandar, attended as the Guest of Honour. The event was also attended by the Army Officials, President of Ex-Servicemen League, Karnah, Mr Abdullah Qayoom Mir, prominent businessman Mohammad Ismail Khan, army veterans, local dignitaries and a large number of sports enthusiasts.
The refereeing duties were performed by Ishfaq Ahmad Chak and Umar Zaman, while Sheikh Munir provided commentary throughout the matches. The tournament has been organised by the Indian Army and is being conducted under the supervision of the Lontha Volleyball Club, headed by Yasir Chak, which is overseeing the coordination and management of the matches.
The primary objective of the tournament is to encourage young people to participate in sports, promote a spirit of healthy competition and provide local talent with opportunities to showcase their abilities. Such initiatives by the Indian Army play an important role in engaging youth in constructive activities and motivating them to pursue their sporting interests.
It is worth mentioning that the same Lontha Ground hosted the Zakir Memorial Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, which witnessed the participation of thousands of spectators. The consecutive days of volleyball competitions highlight the growing popularity of the sport and the immense enthusiasm of the people of Karnah.
The *Karnah Volleyball League 2026* is expected to provide local players with a valuable platform to demonstrate their talent, strengthen team spirit and pursue further opportunities in the field of sports.(JKNS)







