SRINAGAR: The Department of Physical Education and Sports at Government College of Education (IASE), Srinagar, organised a series of sports and physical activities to mark National Sports Day 2026.
The programme was held under the nationwide “Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat” campaign and the “Ek Ghanta Khel Ke Maidan Mein” initiative, with activities aimed at encouraging students to participate in sports and regular physical exercise.
Competitions in volleyball for men, badminton for men and women, and tug-of-war for men and women were held as part of the programme. A fitness session was also conducted for the participating students.
The activities were held under the supervision of Director Physical Education and Sports Desh Bandu and Assistant PTI Daljeet Kaur.
An overall trophy was awarded to the team recording the highest performance across the events.
The programme also marked the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, observed as National Sports Day, and focused on promoting physical fitness, teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship among students.
