Early Times Report
Jammu, June 17: Rashtriya Rifles Battalion, under Romeo Force, organised a T-20 Cricket tournament between the army and Locals in Poonch district for a period of 14 days which was commenced on 04 June 2015. The tournament was held to pay tribute to Shaheed Major Rohit Sharma, Shaurya Chakra who had laid down his life during a search operation in Pooch district. Ten teams of the area took part in this tournament. The final match of the tournament was conducted on 17 June 2015 between Glamour Cricket Club, Poonch and Poonch Eleven Cricket Club. After an exciting contest, Poonch Eleven Cricket Club team won the match. The event was commenced with a cultural programme put up by the students of the area.
The Chief Guest Subedar Major and Captain Bana Singh, Param Vir Chakra (Retired), who had conquered the highest peak during an operation in Siachen, gave away the prizes to the winner and runner up teams. |
