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| Sports Making Headlines | | | While addressing the valedictory ceremony of the Gulmarg leg of the Khelo India Winter Games-2026, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya spoke about a narrative shift in Jammu and Kashmir.
He highlighted the fact that the region (J&K), once associated with unrest, in the past few years has gained recognition for sporting events and youth participation. Newspapers that earlier focused on security challenges are now highlighting sports and development. Earlier stone-pelters used to make headlines now it is sports.
Instead of unrest, media outlets highlight skiing competitions in Gulmarg, marathons in Srinagar, and football tournaments in remote districts. The shift from stones to sports is not merely rhetorical—it reflects a deeper societal change driven by opportunity, stability, and hope.
Initiatives like the Khelo India Winter Games have provided a platform to youth to display their talent and energy. Gulmarg, once known primarily for its scenic beauty amid uncertainty, is now celebrated as a premier winter sports destination hosting national-level competitions. Youth from across India compete on its snowy slopes, while local athletes gain exposure, training, and confidence.
After the abrogation of the Article 370, situation in Jammu and Kashmir has changed rapidly. The government has acted tough against the terrorists and their supporters and the terror eco-system has been torn apart.
In the past few years J&K has emerged as a favourite tourist destination with people from every part of the country visiting the Union Territory. Jammu and Kashmir has carved a niche. The support provided by the Centre has allowed the region to stand on its feet again.
The Centre’s sustained support—be it through infrastructure development, investment in sports facilities, road connectivity, or promotional campaigns—has played a crucial role in this resurgence. From upgraded highways and tunnels to modernized sports complexes, these interventions are helping the region stand firmly on its feet. Jammu and Kashmir is not just reclaiming its identity; it is redefining it.
J&K’s journey must be sustained with continued focus on youth engagement, transparent governance, and inclusive growth. The transformation of headlines—from stone-pelting to sporting triumphs—must deepen into a lasting cultural shift.
The snow-covered slopes of Gulmarg now echo with cheers rather than conflict. That is not just a seasonal change; it is the sound of a new era dawning in Jammu and Kashmir. |
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