The 25th All India Police Lawn Tennis Championship (AIPLC) 2024 officially commenced today with a grand opening ceremony at the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) Stadium in Cubbon Park, Bengaluru.
This year, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is organizing the prestigious tournament to promote unity, discipline, and sportsmanship among India’s police forces. The event has attracted some of the country’s top law enforcement officers and tennis players from various states.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Sh. Praveer Ranjan, IPS, Special Director General (APS), who declared the championship open. The event was coordinated by Sh. Jose Mohan, IPS, Inspector General (APS-2), and Sh. Manjunath, DIG/CASO, ASG Bengaluru, who served as the Joint Organising Secretary.
The opening ceremony also saw the attendance of distinguished dignitaries, including Sh. Maheshwar Rao, Secretary of KSLTA, and Sh. V. Sreejesh, IPS, Joint Director of SIB. Among the notable officers participating in the championship are Sh. Jaspal Singh, ADGP of ITBP, Sh. Raju Bhargava, ADGP of Gujarat, and Sh. Manoj Kaushik, IGP of Jharkhand. These officers, along with teams from various police forces across India, highlight the championship’s commitment to fostering camaraderie and teamwork.
The ceremony kicked off at 9:30 am, with the arrival of the Chief Guest, followed by introductions of officers and team managers. Sh. Jose Mohan, IPS, delivered a warm welcome address, and the Chief Guest, Sh. Praveer Ranjan, IPS, officially declared the event open.
Highlights of the day included an oath-taking ceremony by the team captains, affirming their commitment to fair play and sportsmanship, as well as the release of a souvenir commemorating the 25th edition of the championship. As a gesture of appreciation, the Organising Secretary presented a memento to the Chief Guest. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Sh. Manjunath, followed by a high tea for the guests.
The AIPLC 2024 promises an exciting display of tennis, with intense competition among seasoned players and rising stars from India’s police forces. As teams vie for the coveted title, the event underscores the role of sports in fostering physical fitness, teamwork, and resilience within law enforcement communities across the country.
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