Two-day championship ends amid much fanfare

Our Correspondent

Phagwara, July 14

The two-day 5th Students Olympic National Games (2018-19) concluded at Lovely Professional University (LPU) here on Saturday. More than 1,500 students from over the country participated in the championship.

Ten competitions were held for Taekwondo, Wushu, Kickboxing, Wrestling, Judo, Chess, Carrom, Yoga, Karate, and Boxing among students of all age groups. 100 gold, silver and bronze medals were bestowed upon winners, runner-ups and 1st runner-ups in all age groups and events.

Haryana has been declared as the overall winner; Maharashtra as 1st runner-up, and Punjab has been declared as the 2nd runner up for their cumulative scores in all competitions.

Amaira Mittal became ‘Chess Champion’ in her age group. Her performance was lauded by everybody. More than 50 officials and referees from all across India had judged the competitors.

The games were organised at two venues of the LPU by the Students Olympic Association, India. The association provides the best and all round area of development in students community from KG to PG. Association President Dr BK Vanar and General Secretary Dr Pardeep Bhardwaj informed that the purpose of the association is to develop children mentally, socially and physically strong.

Felicitated by Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev and many awards to her credit, ‘Yoga Expert’ from Pune Dr Manali A. Deo shared: “While judging students in different competitions, I can say firmly that with the help of these games, students can keep themselves fit and fine. We all know that a healthy mind lives in a healthy body and by such participations and competitions they will certainly glorify India.”