SSP Gagan Ajit Singh Welcomes Asian Champions Trophy Tour in Fazilka
Fazilka, October 21, 2026: The Asian Champions Trophy Tour received a warm welcome in Fazilka on Tuesday as the prestigious hockey trophy reached the district as part of its tour across Punjab ahead of the Asian Champions Trophy 2026.
District Sports Officer Fazilka Rupinder Singh received the trophy from Sri Muktsar Sahib and brought it to the Ghallu Sports Stadium, where it was accorded a warm reception in the presence of Fazilka SSP Gagan Ajit Singh, a former international hockey player and captain and an Arjuna Awardee.
After the reception ceremony in Fazilka, the trophy was handed over to the Ferozepur district for the next leg of its tour. Village Sarpanch Vikram Singh and SA in the Sports Department Jatinder Kumar were also present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, SSP Gagan Ajit Singh exhorted the youth, particularly those associated with hockey, to actively participate in the Asian Champions Trophy tournament and bring laurels to their district and parents.
District Sports Officer Rupinder Singh said the prestigious international tournament would be held in Jalandhar and Mohali from October 27 to November 5.
He said the Punjab Government was making continuous efforts to connect youth with sports and keep them away from drugs. Various sporting competitions were being organised to provide young athletes with opportunities to showcase their talent and pursue excellence in sports.