J&K Grants NOC to Coach Bilquis Mir After Supreme Court Intervention

The Jammu and Kashmir government has issued a no-objection certificate to international coach Bilquis Mir following a Supreme Court directive. The clearance comes after nearly a year of legal proceedings initiated by Mir to secure the permission. With the NOC in hand, Mir is now eligible to coach India's kayaking and canoeing team in preparation for the 2026 Asian Games. The Supreme Court stressed the need for prompt action, warning against delays that could harm national sporting interests.