Venkateshwara World School Kicks Off Week-Long Sports Fest with Enthusiasm

Sports promote discipline, teamwork and leadership beyond physical fitness, says Chairperson Dr Anjul Giri

Meerut: Venkateshwara World School, located on the Delhi–Roorkee Bypass, inaugurated its week-long Sports Week with great enthusiasm and sporting spirit. The event was formally inaugurated by the school's Chairperson, Dr Anjul Giri, and Principal, Ms Sanjaya Walia, by releasing colourful balloons into the sky.

The Sports Week marks the first phase of the school's annual celebration, 'GOONJ – Sound of Victory and Joy'. A series of sporting competitions, including athletics, kho-kho, football, cricket and badminton, have been planned throughout the week, providing students with an opportunity to showcase their sporting abilities, teamwork and competitive spirit.

The week-long celebrations will culminate in the school's Annual Day on November 22, 2026, when winners of various sporting events will be felicitated and awarded. Parents have also been invited to attend the sporting events and witness their children's talents and achievements firsthand.

Addressing the gathering, Chairperson Dr Anjul Giri emphasised the importance of sports in the holistic development of students. She said that sports not only contribute to physical fitness but also instil essential life skills such as discipline, teamwork, self-confidence and leadership. Encouraging students to participate wholeheartedly, she urged them to uphold the true spirit of sportsmanship and consider participation and personal improvement as important as winning.

Dr Pankaj Kumar, Director, Venkateshwara Group of Institutions, and Dr Rahul Sharma, Academic Director, appreciated the enthusiasm and sporting talent of the students. They encouraged them to make the most of the opportunities provided through such activities.

Principal Ms Sanjaya Walia highlighted that co-curricular and sporting activities play a significant role in the overall development of students. She said that such initiatives help nurture practical skills, leadership qualities, confidence and a healthy competitive attitude among young learners.

The inaugural event witnessed enthusiastic participation and reflected the school's commitment to promoting sports, fitness and holistic education alongside academic excellence.