Union Mos Raksha Khadse opens KU inter-college athletic meet

Srinagar, Aug 21: Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, graced the inaugural day of the Annual Inter-College Athletic Meet 2025 at the University of Kashmir (KU) on Thursday, celebrating the record participation of over 500 athletes from 25 affiliated colleges, including KU’s postgraduate contingent.

The three-day event, organised by the Directorate of Physical Education & Sports (DPES), KU, features more than 20 track and field events across men’s and women’s divisions.

Attending the medal ceremony and distributing prizes among winners, Khadse lauded the enthusiastic participation of students, particularly young women athletes.

“The energy and determination of youth in Kashmir is inspiring,” Khadse said. “Active involvement in sports will not only bring laurels at national and international levels but also strengthen India’s journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat.”

Earlier, KU Vice Chancellor Prof Nilofer Khan inaugurated the championship as Chief Guest, congratulating the contingents and reaffirming the university’s commitment to developing modern sports infrastructure for budding athletes.