National Sports Day Observed at Pranab College

Pranab College joined hands with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, MY Bharat, Sports Authority of India (SAI), and NSS to observe National Sports Day under the Khelo India and Khel Ki Baat, PM Ke Saath initiative. The programme began with the virtual address of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, to youth across the country. He highlighted the importance of sports in shaping individuals, transforming lives, and building discipline and confidence, while calling upon the youth to come together to strengthen India’s presence in the global sporting arena. The address set the tone for a day dedicated to celebrating sports, inspiring youth, and encouraging greater participation in sporting activities.

At the district level, the National Sports Day programme was organised by the NSS Cell of Pranab College as part of the nationwide initiative to promote sports among the young people of the nation.

The programme was chaired by Ms. Ulla Laureen Fernandez, NSS Programme Officer, Pranab College, and commenced with the welcome address delivered by Dr. Santosh Kumar, Principal, Pranab College. This was followed by the Nasha Mukt Viksit Bharat pledge, collectively undertaken by the gathering.

The programme then moved into the national segment, including the screening of the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Independence Day address and a short video on the life and legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, whose birth anniversary is commemorated as National Sports Day. This was followed by the felicitation of the invited guests, officials, and other dignitaries.

Addressing the gathering, Shri Anguka Swu, Council Secretary, Lhomthi Village, encouraged the youth to approach sports with discipline, consistency, and commitment, highlighting the potential of sports as a career and as a means of personal growth.

The interaction session began with SAI representative Mr. Kechi, who highlighted the resources and opportunities available through the Sports Authority of India for aspiring young sportspersons in the region. This was followed by an engaging interaction with the two invited sports personalities—Smt. Lily Hansu, renowned fitness trainer/coach and bodybuilder, and Ms. Nise Monu Konyak, an aspiring sprinter. They shared their experiences, challenges, and insights into pursuing a sporting career, inspiring the youth to remain disciplined and committed to their goals.

A Yuva Samvad session was subsequently conducted, during which MY Bharat volunteers shared their experiences of being associated with the platform, its benefits, and the opportunities available to young people. The session also created awareness about the Viksit Bharat Youth Dialogue and encouraged students to actively participate in various MY Bharat initiatives.

This was followed by a PowerPoint presentation on MY Bharat by District Youth Officer Shri K. Manikanta, highlighting the platform’s programmes, opportunities, and avenues for youth engagement.

The programme concluded with the vote of thanks delivered by Shri Anil Kumar Das, Convener, Sports Committee, Pranab College, followed by the National Anthem.