The Annual Diwali Cup 2026 Handball Tournament, organised by the Arun Sharma Sports and Social Welfare Trust, concluded on an exciting note at SD Sabha High School, Rehari, Jammu.
The final match witnessed an exciting contest between Arun Sharma Academy and Jammu Club. In a closely fought encounter, Arun Sharma Academy emerged victorious with a narrow 22-21 win, clinching the prestigious tournament title.
The match was officiated by National Handball Referees Anil Dogra and Rohit Vadan.The medal and trophy distribution ceremony was held in the presence of Chief Guest MLA Jammu East Shri Yudhvir Sethi, Principal SRML Dr. Kishor Sharma, Shri OP Kesar, and senior handball players, who felicitated the winning and participating teams.The entire event was anchored by senior handball player Smt. Sonia Jain, who conducted the proceedings.
The vote of thanks was presented by Er. Ashutosh Sharma, Trustee of the Arun Sharma Sports and Social Welfare Trust, who expressed gratitude to the chief guest, dignitaries, officials, players, organisers and everyone who contributed to the successful conduct of the tournament.The tournament provided an excellent platform for promoting handball and encouraging young sporting talent in Jammu.