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NATIONAL SPORTS DAY–2026

Date: 29th–30th August 2026

Organised by: Sports Committee, Maharishi University of Information Technology Lucknow Campus, in association with IQAC

Objective: As per UGC/AIU/Fit India/Viksit Bharat/2026 guidelines, the Sports Committee, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Lucknow Campus, in association with IQAC, organised National Sports Day–2026 under the theme “Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat” to commemorate the birth anniversary of legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand, the iconic “Wizard of Hockey.”

The event aimed to promote the values of sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and physical fitness among students while highlighting the vital role of sports in holistic personality development, mental well-being, and the cultivation of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. The celebration also sought to inspire students to actively participate in sporting activities and appreciate the contribution of sports towards building individual character and fostering national pride.

Participating Students: Undergraduate and postgraduate students representing various disciplines and departments of the University.

Event Details: The two-day celebration, held on 29th and 30th August 2026, commenced with a formal inaugural ceremony. The occasion provided an opportunity to remember the remarkable legacy of Major Dhyan Chand and to acknowledge his unparalleled contribution to Indian hockey.

The celebrations began with an inspiring address by Dr. Vikas Kr. Shukla, Sports Committee Convener, Maharishi University, Lucknow Campus, who spoke about the life, achievements, and enduring legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, whose birth anniversary is observed as National Sports Day across India.

In his address, Dr. Shukla emphasised the importance of incorporating sports and physical fitness into students’ daily lives as an essential component of their overall development, well-being, and balanced lifestyle. He appreciated the enthusiastic participation of students and encouraged them to remain actively involved in sporting activities. He further reaffirmed the Sports Committee’s commitment to identifying and nurturing sporting talent at Maharishi University, Lucknow Campus through sustained guidance, encouragement, and support.

A series of sporting and fitness activities was organised during the celebration, including:

• Shot Put – Girls
• Shot Put – Boys
• Yoga Session

The Shot Put competitions were conducted at the Sports Ground, Maharishi University Lucknow Campus, while the Yoga Session was conducted in the Yoga Hall at the Lucknow Campus. The activities witnessed enthusiastic participation from students across different departments.

The winners in each category were felicitated by the organising committee, and their achievements were applauded by fellow students and faculty members. The recognition not only celebrated individual excellence but also reinforced the importance of sportsmanship, perseverance, and active participation.

Winners’ List:

S. No.	Event	Position	Name	Course/Sem
1	Shot Put – Girls	I	Shivi Gupta	BBA-V
2	Shot Put – Girls	II	Nishtha Singh	B.Sc.-III
3	Shot Put – Girls	III	Sandhya Singh	BBA-V
4	Shot Put – Boys	I	Manoj Sharma	BCA-V
5	Shot Put – Boys	II	Kaushen Khan	BCA-III
6	Shot Put – Boys	III	Raunit Raghuvanshi	B.Tech-VII

National Sports Day–2026 successfully highlighted the importance of sports and physical fitness in the holistic development of students. The enthusiastic participation of students, faculty members, and staff reflected the University’s commitment to promoting a healthy, active, and sports-oriented campus environment.

Students’ Feedback: The celebration generated a strong sense of enthusiasm, healthy competition, and camaraderie, providing students with an engaging platform to demonstrate their sporting potential and strengthen team spirit.

Acknowledgements: The Sports Committee extends its sincere gratitude to Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Bhanu Pratap Singh; Registrar, Dr. Girish Chhimwal; Deputy Registrar, Dr. Rajesh Singh; Dean Academics, Prof. (Dr.) Neeraj Jain; Deputy Dean Academics, Dr. Kalyan Acharjya; Chief Proctor, Dr. Pawan Kr. Dixit; all Deans; members of the central sports committee; faculty members; students; and staff members, for their unwavering support, encouragement, and valuable guidance in facilitating the successful organisation of National Sports Day–2026.

The Committee also acknowledges and appreciates the dedicated efforts of the student volunteers, faculty coordinators, and organising members, whose collective commitment and cooperation ensured the smooth and successful execution of the two-day programme.

The Sports Committee

Maharishi University of Information Technology

Lucknow Campu