Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat, a 1992-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre, has emphasised the need for greater youth engagement and increased sporting activities to promote a healthy, secure and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the closing ceremony of Pedal Through Paradise 2026 in Srinagar on Thursday, Prabhat said wider participation in sports was important for the overall well-being and development of the region.
“More and more youth engagement, more and more sporting activity, a secure and most importantly, a very healthy, heartening and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.
J&K Police Uses Sports to Encourage Youth Participation
The cycling event was organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Police to encourage participation in sports and promote physical fitness and healthy living.
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Prabhat’s remarks highlighted the role of organised sporting activities in engaging young people and encouraging constructive pursuits.
The police have also been conducting sporting events and community outreach programmes to increase youth participation. Recent events mentioned by Prabhat include the Kashmir Marathon and Jashn-e-Dal.
Focus on a Healthy and Prosperous Jammu and Kashmir
The DGP’s message linked youth engagement and sporting participation with the broader goal of building a secure and prosperous region.
The emphasis on sports reflects the police force’s efforts to encourage healthier lifestyles and provide young people with opportunities to participate in organised activities.
About Pedal Through Paradise
Pedal Through Paradise is a cycling event organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Police to encourage youth participation in sports and promote physical fitness and healthy living. The event brings cycling enthusiasts together and supports the police’s wider efforts to engage young people in constructive activities and foster community participation.
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