The 14th Annual Sports Festival and Arts & Crafts Exhibition concluded with immense enthusiasm and grandeur at the Nirmal Ashram Gyan Dan Academy (NGA), Khairikalan. Displaying an exceptional performance across multiple events, Luv House clinched the prestigious Overall Championship Trophy, proving its supremacy in the school. Meanwhile, the title for the Best March Past was awarded to Prahlad House.
Held under the divine blessings of the academy’s founder, Mahant Baba Ram Singh Ji Maharaj, and under the guidance of patron Sant Baba Jodh Singh Ji Maharaj, the mega event saw enthusiastic participation from students across all levels, from Nursery to Class 12.
Thrilling Athletic Events and Key Messages
The sports festival featured a wide array of track and field events, including 100-meter to 1600-meter races, relay races, bicycle races, javelin throw, discus throw, shot put, long jump, and high jump.
In the highly competitive Tug of War competition, Luv House secured the first position in the Senior Girls’ category, while Shravan House emerged victorious in the Senior Boys’ category.
Adding a unique and meaningful touch to the event, a bicycle race was organized for the female teachers, which beautifully spread the vital message of environmental conservation and the importance of a healthy lifestyle.
Individual Brilliance: Best Athlete Awards
The tournament recognized outstanding individual talent by crowning the tournament’s top performers:
- Senior Girls Category: Janhvi Kumari (Prahlad House)
- Senior Boys Category: Daksh Chauhan (Kush House)
- Junior Girls Category: Pranshi (Prahlad House)
- Junior Boys Category: Ansh
Spectacular Cultural and Art Displays
The grand event kicked off with a captivating march past by all four houses, followed by the traditional lighting of the sports torch. Attendees were treated to a vibrant cultural fiesta featuring Shabad Kirtan, Bhajans, Ganesh Vandana, a Diwali-themed hula-hoop dance, and gripping demonstrations of Yoga, Karate, and Martial Arts. Parallelly, the Arts & Crafts Exhibition beautifully highlighted the creative and artistic talents of the young students.
Insights from the Guests and Management
Welcoming the esteemed dignitaries and parents, the School Principal, Dr. Sunita Sharma, expressed her gratitude to everyone present.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Guest, Mandeep Singh Grewal (General Secretary of the Basketball Association of Uttarakhand), emphasized that sports play a pivotal role in the holistic development of students. He urged the young athletes to move forward in life with strict discipline, regular practice, and a true spirit of sportsmanship.
The closing ceremony was also graced by Special Guests Arun Singh (National Coach associated with the Indian Para Shooting Team) and Sakshi Chauhan (International Basketball Player and Para National Awardee).
Honors and Event Execution
To acknowledge the hard work behind the successful event, HOD of the Sports Department, Dinesh Painuly, along with the dedicated teaching staff, workers, and associates, were formally honored.
