Jalandhar to host All India Police Games

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Press Trust of India Jalandhar
Last Updated : Jul 23 2016 | 9:48 PM IST
Around 500 athletes will be vying for honours at the 65th edition of the All India Police Aquatic and Cross Country Championship to be held at the Punjab armed police premises here from July 25.
"The championship which started in 1951 with the aim to support sports culture and improve the relationship between police and the citizen, will begin from July 25 in Jalandhar," said Arun Pal Singh, Inspector General, Punjab Armed Police.
"Players from police and paramilitary forces from 25 states and union territories will be competing in the event," Singh said.
"The five-day event includes swimming, diving and water polo. A 12-km cross country race will also be organized," Singh said.
The organizing committee has made proper arrangements for the championship, he added.
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First Published: Jul 23 2016 | 9:48 PM IST

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