CHARIKAR (Pajhwok): A volleyball tournament, featuring 17 teams, has concluded in central Parwan province, with Syedkhel district team emerging victorious, an official said on Thursday.
Abdul Zahir Khaliqyar Mujahid, director of sports and physical training, said the tournament, started two weeks ago, was aimed to promote sports in the province and identify best players.
He said as many as 17 teams from districts of Jabal al-Saraj, Bagram, Sayed Khel, Salang, Shinwari, Siyagard, Surkh Parsa, Sheikh Ali, Koh Safi, and Parwan Centre participated in the tournament titled “Independence Cup”.
He explained the event was organized with financial support of the provincial administration.
The final match was played between Syedkhel district team and Sheikh Ali, with the former trouncing the latter 3-0.
Meanwhile, Governor Mufti Mohammad Idress Anwari encouraged the youth to participate in sports and other healthy activities.
He also urged the department concerned to identity best players during such events.
He emphasized the importance of unity, solidarity, and integration among tribes, highlighting the vital role of the youth in achieving these goals.
He encouraged them to take advantage of existing opportunities for personal growth, the development of sports, and the progress of the country.
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