GHSC-10 Organises 57th Annual Athletic Meet

Chandigarh, February 28, 2024: Government Home Science College organised 57th Annual Athletic Meet with great zeal and fervour on February 27-28. The  two day sporting event began with inauguration by Prof.Sudha Katyal, Principal of the College, followed by the unfurling of the college flag and oath taking ceremony. 

The event began with the marching of coordinated footsteps of students in the parade led by the Under Officer Parade Commander Poonam Bhardwaj and Sports Captain Gurjot Kaur. The lighting of the Presidency Torch was carried by sports stars of the college, Kashish (B.Sc. H.Sc. 2nd Year) Chanda Kumari (B.Sc. H.Sc. 3rd Year), Kirti (B.Sc. H.Sc. 3rd Year) and Arsya Kirpal (B.Sc. H.Sc. 1st Year). The day was filled with fervour and excitement.

Chetanpreet Kaur Nilon, an International Sportsperson (Rifle Shooting Sport) was the chief guest for the final day. Nilon represented India in Asian Games (China), World Cup (USA), Asian Championship (Malaysia) and World Championship (Finland), Olympic Hopes Shooting Competition (Germany and Czech Republic). Furthermore, she has been a National Gold Medalist twice, National Games Medalist thrice and National Record Holder.

Principal Prof. Sudha Katyal gave a floral welcome to the chief guest. Students enthusiastically participated in various track events and races viz. 50mt., 100 mt., 200 mt. and 400 mt. relay races ; long jump, discus throw, shot put throw, javelin throw etc. and fun races like three legged race,  sack race, lemon spoon and tug of war etc. The most enchanting show was presented by tiny tots of Chaitanya Laboratory Nursery School. Furthermore, impressive performances of Yoga, Aerobics and Bhangra dance by the students kept the audience enthralled.  

The chief guest congratulated the prize winners and motivated the students to perform with same zeal, commitment, discipline, hardwork, positive attitude and fervour in all future endeavours. She appreciated the Principal and her team for putting up a great show. Kashish of B.Sc H.Sc. IInd Year was declared as the Best Athlete. 

The Principal, Prof. Sudha Katyal applauded the efforts of teaching and non- teaching staff for their cooperation and support and advised students to keep up their sportsman spirit. The function concluded with the flag retreat ceremony and vote of thanks. The refreshments were supported and sponsored by Verka.