Lucknow, July 3, 2025 — The prestigious Prerna Cup Cricket Tournament, dedicated to the indomitable spirit and supreme sacrifice of Captain Manoj Pandey, Param Vir Chakra (PVC), was officially inaugurated today at Jaipuria Sports Galaxy Cricket Ground, Lucknow. This grand cricketing event brings together 30 competitive teams, including prominent squads like Avisha Dhara and CID, who faced off in the tournament opener amidst an atmosphere charged with patriotism and sporting fervor. The inaugural ceremony was graced by a distinguished lineup of military and civil dignitaries:
Major General ZIS Yazdani, SM, VSM, MG Arty, Central Command – Chief Guest Colonel Amit Kumar Tripathi Colonel Sameer Colonel D.S. Chauhan Mr. Manmohan Pandey – Family representative of Captain Manoj Pandey, PVC
Shri R. Vasanth Kumar, IPS – Additional Commissioner of Police (Crime), Lucknow
In their inspiring addresses, the guests paid heartfelt tribute to Captain Manoj Pandey, whose valour during the Kargil War remains etched in the heart of the nation. The tournament, they remarked, is not only a platform to promote sportsmanship and unity but also a meaningful tribute to the legacy of a true hero.
The Prerna Cup, conceptualized by Avisha Sporting Club, will span several weeks, featuring intense cricketing action among corporate, civil, media, and defense teams. The initiative also aims to inspire the youth to emulate the values of courage, discipline, and patriotism epitomized by Captain Pandey.
As the first match between Avisha Dhara and CID got underway, the ground echoed with applause, energy, and the proud memories of a soldier who lived by his motto: “Some goals are so worthy, it’s glorious even to fail.”
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Avisha Sporting Club | Prerna Cup Organizing Committee
In Memory of the Brave. For the Spirit of the Game.
