GVEI student wins gold at UT-level cycling championship

Srinagar, Sep 29: Soliha Zahoor, a student of Green Valley Educational Institute (GVEI), clinched a gold medal in the Inter-District UT-level cycling championship held in Budgam, the school said Monday.

As per a statement issued by the school, the cycling event was held at Narbal, Budgam, with participation from the U-14 and U-19 girls categories.

The performance of Soliha Zahoor was appreciated by the management of the institution.

"Her victory not only showcases her individual excellence but also the culture of discipline, encouragement, and sporting spirit that Green Valley Educational Institute continues to foster among its students," the handout read.

The cycling competition was organised by the Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS), witnessing enthusiastic participation from students across Jammu and Kashmir.

The boys' race was flagged off from Gagarpora Stop Narbal to Kunzar Tangmarg, while the girls' race concluded at Petrol Pump Magam.

District Youth Services and Sports Officer Budgam Ghulam Hassan Lone was the Chief Guest at the closing ceremony, while Sub Inspector (SI) Police Post Narbal, Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, and other officials were also present during the felicitation ceremony. The winners were rewarded with prizes and certificates.

Chairman GVEI Mohammad Yousuf Wani extended his heartfelt congratulations to Soliha and praised her determination and hard work.