Bhaderwah, June 13: A ten-day Sports Camp, jointly organised by the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu and the Indian Army’s 4 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) , commenced with great enthusiasm at Bhaderwah Campus. The event was inaugurated by Colonel Yogesh Chouhan, Commanding Officer 4RR, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Major Kavinder of 4RR was the Guest of Honour.
While addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Col. Yogesh Chouhan laid special emphasis on the role of youth in nation-building. He encouraged students to adopt discipline, physical fitness, and a sense of responsibility towards society, drawing parallels between sportsmanship and patriotic values. He lauded the spirit of collaboration between the Indian Army and academia in nurturing young minds and building stronger communities in the region.
The camp aims to promote a culture of physical well-being, teamwork, and leadership among the youth of the region. Over the next ten days, a wide range of activities including adventure sports, athletic competitions, co-curricular events, and leadership-building exercises will be conducted. This initiative is a testimony to the Indian Army’s unwavering commitment towards youth engagement and constructive community outreach under Operation Sadbhavna.
Dr. Daud Iqbal Baba, Director, Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, University of Jammu, presented the formal vote of thanks. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Army, particularly the 4RR unit, for their continued support in youth development. He emphasized that such collaborations not only promote sports but also instill a spirit of discipline, teamwork, and national pride among young participants.
Arif Haleem Khateeb, External Relations Officer of Bhaderwah Campus, also addressed the gathering. He appreciated the Indian Army’s dedicated efforts in shaping the future of the youth through such impactful initiatives. He highlighted the importance of institutional collaboration in creating a well-rounded and resilient generation through platforms that blend sports, education, and civic responsibility.
Students from the Directorate of Sports and Physical Education, along with students from various educational institutions across the region, enthusiastically participated in the inaugural event, reflecting the positive response and excitement surrounding the camp.
Also present on the occasion were Dr. Imran Farooq, Dr. Kuljit Singh, Mr. Mujeeb Sheikh, Rajkumar Bakshi, Ravish Vaid, Vikas Karlopia, Gagan Kumar, Jai Bharat, Harinderpal, Dr. Inderjeet, Rishab, Richa Mandla, and Manjeet Kotwal, along with faculty and staff of the University of Jammu and Bhaderwah Campus. All attendees appreciated the synergy between the Indian Army and academia in organizing this dynamic and inclusive camp.
The programme was smoothly conducted by Lakshika Jamwal and Yamnesh, while Mr. Vimal Kishore presented a formal vote of thanks, acknowledging the efforts of all stakeholders who contributed to the success of the inaugural ceremony.
