SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, on Monday, inaugurated the 69th National School Games in Srinagar by ceremonially kicking a football marking the formal commencement of the national-level sporting event.
This year's National School Games have drawn participation from 30 teams representing various states and Union Territories across the country, with matches scheduled to be played at six different venues.
The events include competitions in football, wushu, taekwondo, and table tennis.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that sports play a vital role in fostering unity, friendship and understanding among young people from diverse regions of the country.