In Jammu and Kashmir, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs and Youth Affairs and Sports Nisith Pramanik yesterday paid visit to Mirgund in Pattan of North Kashmir's Baramulla district as a part of Union Government's Special Outreach Programme to get first-hand appraisal of various developmental parameters.<br />''<br />''He inaugurated Indoor Sports Stadium constructed at an estimated cost of 3.83 crore rupees. He also participated in various activities meant for the overall welfare and socio-economic development of the district.<br />''<br />''After inaugurating the Indoor Sports Stadium, various sports activities were held wherein the young and enthusiastic players showed their talent. On the occasion, the Minister applauded the young and energetic players for showing their enthusiastic participation.<br />''He termed sports as a viable platform for channelising potential of dynamic youth besides keeping them away for wrong pursuits like drug addiction and anti-social activities.<br />''<br />''While urging the youth to come forward, the Minister said that several novel measures are being taken as part of youth engagement programme which aims to empower them and direct them towards productive pursuits.<br />''He appreciated the efforts of local administration for organising such events and assured all possible support on the part of the Union Government.<br />