J-K Chief Minister inaugurates state-level cricket league
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J-K Chief Minister inaugurates state-level cricket league
Last Updated : Jun 07 2015 | 7:35 PM IST
Srinagar, June 7 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed inaugurated a cricket league in Srinagar to promote sports among the youth. Called "Police Public Cricket Premier League (PPCPL)", the event was organised by the state police to encourage players to improve their skills. Inspector General (IG) of Jammu and Kashmir police, Javaid Gillani, said the objective of the event was to connect with the youth. Ten teams from across the state will be participating in the tournament. Indian cricket commentator, Charu Sharma, will do the commentary for the tournament. Sharma said several state players had the potential to don the cap of the national team and such tournaments would go a long way in achieving their dreams. Abid Nabi, who plays domestic cricket, said that such events gave a platform to the players to improve the skill. He said that the event was a good initiative.