Jammu – November 14, 2026: Bringing vibrant sporting energy to the winter capital, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah officially declared open the prestigious All India Vice-Chancellor’s T20 Cricket Tournament during an impressive opening ceremony held at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J) sports pavilion in Chatha.
The premier inter-university championship features competitive squads representing renowned agricultural and central universities from over twenty Indian states. Participating university cricketers paraded in full athletic regalia before dignitaries, academicians, and a lively crowd of student enthusiasts, celebrating athletic fellowship and inter-state cultural harmony.
Addressing the players and faculty, the Chief Minister underscored that academic excellence and athletic discipline are complementary forces that build character and leadership. He commended SKUAST-Jammu for developing world-class sporting grounds and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upgrading university sports infrastructure across both Jammu and Kashmir divisions.
Tournament organizers confirmed that the week-long league matches will be officiated by BCCI-certified umpires, providing a high-visibility platform for promising collegiate cricketers to demonstrate professional match temperament.
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