Pencak Silat Championship gives boost to combat sports in Srinagar

Srinagar, May 13: The 11th District Srinagar Pencak Silat Championship 2026-27 was formally inaugurated Wednesday at the historic Polo Ground, Srinagar, amid great enthusiasm from athletes, coaches, and sports lovers.

The championship, as per an official statement, is being organised by the District Srinagar Pencak Silat Association under the aegis of Pencak Silat Association of J&K and J&K Sports Council.

The event commenced with a colourful demonstration by national-level Pencak Silat athletes, which drew huge applause from the audience.

Over 450 athletes from various schools, clubs, and academies across Srinagar district are participating in Sub-Junior, Junior, and Senior categories for both boys and girls.

Polo ground manager attended the event as Chief Guest. In his address, the chief guest lauded the role of Pencak Silat in promoting discipline, self-defence, and fitness among youth and assured full support from the administration for developing combat sports in J&K.

The 3-day championship will feature Tanding (Match), Tunggal (Single), Ganda (Double), and Regu (Team) events. Medal winners from the championship will represent Srinagar at the upcoming UT-level Championship.