The 11th All India Police Judo Cluster Championship–2026, organised by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at the Indoor Stadium, Gachibowli, concluded on a grand note on Wednesday. More than 1,600 sportspersons representing 36 police and central armed police forces from across the country participated in the championship, showcasing their sporting excellence.
Telangana Director General of Police C.V. Anand attended the valedictory ceremony as the Chief Guest and presented trophies and medals to the winners. Congratulating the participants, he said that bringing together police personnel from different parts of the country on a common sporting platform is a true symbol of national integration and unity. Such competitions strengthen mutual understanding, camaraderie, and professional bonding among police forces, he added.
The DGP said that sports not only promote physical fitness but also contribute significantly to mental well-being. Martial arts such as Judo, Karate, and Taekwondo help develop discipline, self-control, confidence, and resilience. He urged everyone to make sports an integral part of their daily lives.
Recalling his own sporting journey, Shri C.V. Anand said that he had been an active sportsperson since his student days and continued to participate in cricket and tennis during his training at the Police Academy as well as throughout his police service. He had won three championships along with veteran indian cricketor Madhan Mohan.
He also recalled that during his tenure with the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in 2019, he Only won the trophy by the force that year. He further mentioned that he had the privilege of captaining the cricket team that emerged victorious in tournaments held at Bengaluru and Vijayawada two years ago.
Addressing representatives of the Sports Authority, the DGP requested that Telangana be given the opportunity to host more national-level cricket and tennis tournaments in the future. He stressed that India, with a population of over 150 core , has immense sporting talent and should aim to win more medals at the Olympic Games and other international championships by identifying and nurturing talent from a young age.
He said sports should be treated as an essential component of education and youth development. Referring to Telangana's recognition of sporting excellence, he noted that international sportspersons Mahammad Siraj and Nikhat zareen had been appointed as Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) by the Government of Telangana.
The DGP emphasised that police personnel must maintain the same level of fitness from the day of their passing-out parade until the day of retirement. "The police belt should remain the same size throughout one's service," he remarked, describing it as a symbol of lifelong discipline and physical fitness.
He further observed that sports play an important role in keeping children and youth away from drugs and other harmful addictions. He said the All India Police Sports Control Board has been conducting cluster championships every year to identify and promote sporting talent at the national level.
He added that the Telangana Police has also been conducting sports competitions in five clusters across the State. The first cluster competitions commenced on July 8 at Saroor Nagar, followed by competitions in different districts on the lines of the All India Police Sports Control Board.
The DGP appreciated the efforts of the organisers, referees, technical officials, volunteers, and supporting staff for the successful conduct of the championship. He said it was a matter of pride for Telangana Police to host the prestigious All India Police Sports event.
Overall Winners
- First Place: Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)
- Second Place: Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- Third Place: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
Among those present were CISF Director Vijay Prakash, NISA Director Harpreet Kaur, Telangana Police Academy Director Abhilasha Bisht, senior police officers, officials of Central Armed Police Forces, State Police organisations, and participating sportspersons from across the country.
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