Shivalik Public School, Mohali

The school celebrated its Annual Sports Day on its sports ground. The day’s festivities began with a warm welcome address, setting an inspiring tone for the event, followed by the badge ceremony. Principal, Shivalik Public School, Chandigarh, Dr Gurkiranjeet Nalwa officially declared the sports meet open, granting permission to the cadets to initiate the march past. Led by students of Class X, the march past was executed with outstanding coordination and spirit. The oath ceremony emphasised the values of sportsmanship, followed by the symbolic passing of the torch. Once the games were declared open, students showcased various performances, with the boys of Class IX demonstrating impressive agility through a mass PT drill, and the girls captivating the audience with a lively hula-hoop display. Senior boys participated in the 200 m race, ball throw, long jump, and an exciting 4x100m relay. Girls exhibited their skills in the 100 m race finals, shuttle run, skipping rope contests, and the 4x50m relay. Adding to the excitement, teachers participated in a spirited musical chair competition. The event concluded with a medal ceremony, celebrating the dedication and accomplishments of the students, followed by singing of the national anthem. Principal of the school Dr Anupkiran Kaur emphasised the importance of sports in a holistic education, fostering physical fitness, mental acuity, and overall well-being among the students.