SRINAGAR: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday attended the prize distribution ceremony of the Labaika Invitational Golf Cup 2026 at the Royal Springs Golf Course (RSGC) in Srinagar.
The day-long tournament witnessed participation from over 100 golfers, including professionals, women and junior players from Jammu and Kashmir, along with professional golfers from other parts of the country.
Organised by Labaika Haj & Umrah Services, the event aimed to promote local golfers and provide emerging talent an opportunity to showcase their abilities.
Abdullah highlighted the growing interest among golf enthusiasts from Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of North India in visiting Srinagar for weekend golfing. He said such sporting events contribute to the local tourism economy.
He also stressed the need to encourage local golfers and nurture young talent, saying initiatives of this kind could help popularise the sport and create opportunities for emerging players.
Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Gurwinder Singh Oberoi, Zadibal MLA Tanvir Sadiq, RSGC Secretary Haris Ahmed Handoo, Director Tourism Kashmir Syed Qamar Sajjad and golfers, among others, were present on the occasion.
