Budgam, Sep 22: District Information Officer (DIO), Budgam, Mir Liyaqat Ali today inaugurated District Taekwondo Championship 2026 at the Indoor Sports Stadium, Budgam.

Organised by the Taekwondo Association of District Budgam, in collaboration with District Administration Budgam, the two-day championship, being held on September 22 and 23, is witnessing participation of 335 young athletes. The district team for the upcoming UT-level Taekwondo Championship will be selected during the event.
Speaking on the occasion, DIO Budgam appreciated the enthusiastic participation of young athletes and said that sports not only promote self-defence but also inculcate discipline, dedication, perseverance and sportsmanship.
He urged youth to actively participate in sports and channelise their energy towards positive pursuits, helping them stay away from drugs and other negative influences.
He also expressed gratitude to Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, for his guidance and directions in promoting sports and strengthening sports infrastructure across the district.
Syed Farhan Quraishi, Principal, Aspire World School, was the Guest of Honour, while social activists Hafeez Ullah Mir and Mudasir Ahmad Malik were also present, besides coaches, officials and parents.