Jai Bhim Premier League–2026 Cricket Tournament Kicks Off in Jalahalli
**JALAHALLI | BREAKING NEWS**
# Jai Bhim Premier League–2026 Cricket Tournament Kicks Off in Jalahalli
**Cash prizes announced: ₹15,000 for first place, ₹10,000 for second place and ₹5,000 for third place**
**Jalahalli, October 11:** The Jai Bhim Premier League–2026 cricket tournament was inaugurated on Sunday in Jalahalli town of Devadurga taluk. The tournament has been organised with the aim of encouraging sports among youth and providing a platform for local sporting talent.
Cash prizes of ₹15,000 for the first-place winner, ₹10,000 for the second-place winner and ₹5,000 for the third-place winner have been announced. The first prize is sponsored by Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, National Secretary of the Mahila Congress; the second prize by Bhutappa Devaramani; and the third prize by Ramesh Bavimani.
Speaking on the occasion, Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, who sponsored the first prize, said that it was essential to develop an interest in sports among young people. She noted that sports not only improve physical and mental fitness but also promote discipline, self-confidence and team spirit. She urged young people to channel their energy into positive activities and strive for achievements in the field of sports.
Bhutappa Devaramani and Bhimanna Veeragota extended their best wishes for the successful conduct of the tournament.
**Chief Guests and Participants:** Those present at the programme included Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, National Secretary of the Mahila Congress; Hanumanti Shivabasappa Ram Pali, President of Jalahalli Gram Panchayat; Shivraj Pani Sahukar; Dr. R.S. Hulmanigowda, Medical Officer at Jalahalli Community Health Centre; Bhutappa Devaramani; Bhimanna Veeragota; Ramesh Bavimani; Chandappa Bavimani; Suresh Chintalakunti; Ramesh Baguru; Balappa; Channappa Bhavani; Bhimanna Anjal; M.R. Basava; Timmanna Hosur; Maunesh Ganadhal; Linganna Havaldar; journalists and several others. Players and local residents also participated in the programme.
**Report: Khaja Hussain Baba, Jalahalli**
# Jai Bhim Premier League–2026 Cricket Tournament Kicks Off in Jalahalli
**Cash prizes announced: ₹15,000 for first place, ₹10,000 for second place and ₹5,000 for third place**
**Jalahalli, October 11:** The Jai Bhim Premier League–2026 cricket tournament was inaugurated on Sunday in Jalahalli town of Devadurga taluk. The tournament has been organised with the aim of encouraging sports among youth and providing a platform for local sporting talent.
Cash prizes of ₹15,000 for the first-place winner, ₹10,000 for the second-place winner and ₹5,000 for the third-place winner have been announced. The first prize is sponsored by Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, National Secretary of the Mahila Congress; the second prize by Bhutappa Devaramani; and the third prize by Ramesh Bavimani.
Speaking on the occasion, Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, who sponsored the first prize, said that it was essential to develop an interest in sports among young people. She noted that sports not only improve physical and mental fitness but also promote discipline, self-confidence and team spirit. She urged young people to channel their energy into positive activities and strive for achievements in the field of sports.
Bhutappa Devaramani and Bhimanna Veeragota extended their best wishes for the successful conduct of the tournament.
**Chief Guests and Participants:** Those present at the programme included Smt. Sridevi R. Nayak, National Secretary of the Mahila Congress; Hanumanti Shivabasappa Ram Pali, President of Jalahalli Gram Panchayat; Shivraj Pani Sahukar; Dr. R.S. Hulmanigowda, Medical Officer at Jalahalli Community Health Centre; Bhutappa Devaramani; Bhimanna Veeragota; Ramesh Bavimani; Chandappa Bavimani; Suresh Chintalakunti; Ramesh Baguru; Balappa; Channappa Bhavani; Bhimanna Anjal; M.R. Basava; Timmanna Hosur; Maunesh Ganadhal; Linganna Havaldar; journalists and several others. Players and local residents also participated in the programme.
**Report: Khaja Hussain Baba, Jalahalli**