Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026 10:30 [IST]
Last Update: Tuesday, Aug 25, 2026 17:28 [IST]
MANGAN, (IPR): As part of the ongoing observance of National
Sports Day 2026, the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, Mangan, organised
a Yoga session and the CM One Mile Run for Under-15 boys and girls at
Chungthang Block today. The programme was held under the theme “Khelega Bharat,
Jeetega Bharat”, with the objective of promoting physical fitness, discipline
and sportsmanship among young people.
The programme was attended by BDO ChungthangJohnaTargain as the chief
guest, along with Additional Director Sports and Youth Affairs, Janim Lepcha,
RO MrKessangRikzing Lepcha, Zilla Panchayat Diki Lepcha, Principal Tasa Tengay
Senior Secondary School Tsheten Lepcha, Teachers, students, staff of S&YAD
and local residents.
The programme commenced with the offering of khadas and ceremonial
lighting of the lamp, marking the formal beginning of the day’s activities. The
significance of National Sports Day and the importance of sports and physical
fitness in the holistic development of young people were also highlighted
during the programme.
The programme featured a Yoga session followed by the CM One Mile Run
for Under-15 boys and girls, witnessing enthusiastic participation from
students. The event provided an opportunity for young participants to develop
fitness, endurance and a spirit of healthy competition.
In the Under-15 boys’ category, Rechab Bishwakarma secured first
position, followed by Asbel Subba in second and Suman Bishwakarma in third
position. In the girls’ category, Rinchen Ongmu Lepcha secured first position,
followed by Lhakit Doma Lepcha in second and Ankita Ovaon in third position.
As part of the programme, the Additional Director, Sports and Youth
Affairs, MsJanim Lepcha, presented footballs to the school to encourage greater
participation in sports and support sporting activities among students.
Certificates were also distributed to all participants in recognition of
their enthusiastic participation.
The National Sports Day celebrations will continue with various sporting and fitness activities across the district, aimed at fostering a culture of physical fitness, discipline, teamwork and active participation among the youth.
