Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Pankaj Kumar Sharma today inaugurated the Paddar Premier League 2026 Cricket Tournament at Chhatargarh Stadium, Gulabgarh, Paddar amid enthusiastic participation of youth and local residents. The sporting event is being organised by the local administration of Paddar in collaboration with the Department of Youth Services & Sports, Kishtwar along with other stakeholders.
The initiative aims to promote sportsmanship, youth engagement and healthy recreational activities in the region. On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the efforts of the organisers and encouraged the youth to actively participate in sports and constructive activities for overall personality development, as part of the ongoing 100 Days Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan launched by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT of Jammu & Kashmir, on April 11, 2026.
During his visit to Gulabgarh, the Deputy Commissioner also held a public grievance redressal interaction at the office of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Paddar. He patiently listened to various issues and demands projected by the local residents and issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officers for prompt redressal of genuine grievances.
Later, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the functioning of mandatory RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Yatra Slip counters established at Paddar to facilitate smooth and hassle-free pilgrimage arrangements for the ongoing Shri Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026.
He reviewed the preparedness and directed the officials to ensure efficient public service and seamless registration facilities for pilgrims. He also reviewed the arrangements and availability of essential commodities being put in place for the convenience of pilgrims during the ongoing Shri Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026.
ADC Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal, SDM Paddar Dr. Amit Kumar, SDPO Paddar Vijay Bhagat, Tehsildar Paddar Vijay Gupta besides other officers and concerned staff were present on the occasion.