Srinagar, June 28 -- Bandipora, June 27 In a significant effort to revive the rich sporting heritage of the Gurez Valley, the Indian Army on Saturday organized a traditional horse polo event in Baktoor village near the Line of Control (LoC), bringing the centuries-old sport back to the region after nearly five decades. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, young players and polo enthusiasts, many of whom described the revival as the return of an important part of Gurez's cultural identity.Horse polo was once a popular sport across the valley but gradually disappeared over the years owing to changing circumstances and the absence of organised events. Saturday's revival rekindled memories of a tradition that h...