Narayana Medical College: 29th to 31th August 2025
Coordinated by : Dr D M Karthik , NSS PROGRAMME OFFICER
Under the Guidance of : Dr .P . Sreenivasulu Reddy , Dean , Narayana Medical Institution
SUBJECT :Observance of National Sports Day 2025 – Call for Participation
As per the instructions of University Grants Commission (Ministry of education,Govt of India) under 75th AZAD KA MAHOSTAV
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of lndia, has conveyed that National Sports Day to be celebrated on 29th August 2025, marking the birth anniversary of Hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. This year’s observance is dedicated to the Olympic Spirit, celebrating the core values ofExcellence, Friendship, and Respect.
In this regard, the Fit India Mission under the Ministry proposes a nationwide initiative involving active participation from all sectors, including educational institutions. HEJs are encouraged to:
~Dedicate at least one hour on 29th August 2025 to organize sports and fitness activities in playgrounds/sports arenas.
~Plan and conduct a series of sporting events from 29th to 31st August 2025, promoting fitness and well-being among students and staff.
- Background
National Sports Day is celebrated annually on August 29 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand, India’s greatest sporting legend. Known popularly as ‘The Wizard of Hockey,’ he is remembered for his many contributions to the Indian sport.
Some of his key highlights of his career:
- Scored 570 goals in 185 international matches (as per his autobiography Goal)
- Known as “The Magician” of hockey for his unmatched ball control and goal-scoring ability
- Played a key role in India’s dominance in hockey, winning 7 out of 8 Olympicgolds from 1928 to 1964
This day was officially declared a national observance in 2012. In 2019, the Fit India
Movement was launched on this day, marking to as a milestone in India’s fitness and sports journey.
This year the National Sports Day is planned as a pan-India movement to make India embrace sport by mobilising people across the country and across age-groups to actively participate in at least one sport. NSD 2025 makes a special tribute to the Olympic and Paralympic Spirit and integrate the three core values of Excellence, Friendship, Respect,Courage, Determination, Inspiration, and Equality in our sports eco-system.
NSD Celebrations this year will have the following taglines & hashtags
Taglines
- Ek ghanta khel ke maidaan mein!!
- एक घंटा खेल के मैदान म�!!
Hashtags
- #KhelegaDeshKhilegaDesh • #NSD2025
- Objectives
- Celebrate India’s rich sporting legacy and pay tribute to Major Dhyan Chand.
- Promote physical activity, inclusiveness, and teamwork through fun and competitive sports.
- Inspire a culture of fitness in educational institutions, organisations, and local communities.
- By rooting NSD celebrations in Olympic values, we unite the nation under a shared vision of integrity, ambition, and collective spirit.
- Event Format
Duration: August 29-31, 2025 Team-Based Approach:
- Organise Sports Assembly on August 29th 2025 in institutions where students will give tribute to Major Dhyan Chand and take a pledge
- Participants to be grouped into 2, 4, or 6 balanced teams (ensuring gender equality).
- Teams may be named after freedom fighters or iconic Indian sportspersons.
- Maintain a medal tally; the highest-scoring team wins the Major Dhyan Chand Trophy.
- Promote on social media with a fore-mentioned tagline and hashtags
- Implementation
29th August
- Tribute to Major Dhyan Chand in morning( 7.30 am) assembly across institutions , Fit India Pledge, and 60 mins of Team Sports & Recreational Games (8 AM – 9 AM).
National Sports Day Celebrations at Narayana Medical College & Hospital, Chinthareddypalem, Nellore
The nationwide celebration of sports, spirit and unity on the occasion of National Sports Day was grandly inaugurated at Narayana Medical College & Hospital, Chinthareddypalem, Nellore on 29th August, marking the start of the three-day events (29th–31st). The celebration carried the inspiring theme “Ek Ghanta Khelenge Maidan Mein” (One Hour on the Playground).
Programme was addressed by Dr Vanaja Kumari, Principal ,Narayana Nursing college , Dr Yashovardhan Garu, blood bank hod , Dr D M Karthik NSS PROGRAMME OFFICER
Supported by NSS Committee members
Dr Yashovardhan , Dr Shaik Khader Mohammadali , Mr Jinka Likith Charan ,Mr Pidugu Abhishek , Miss Pinnu Venkata Sai Powshna , Mr Punuru Narasimha Reddy , Miss A Vydehi
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The NSS Unit of Narayana Medical College organized a spirited volleyball competition under the name “Mahatma Volley ball tournament ”.
Boys Teams:
Alluri Seetha Ramaraju Attackers – led by Prasanna and team
Bhagat Singh Blockers – led by Thrishul Narayan and team
Subhash Chandra Bose Spikers – led by Deepak and team
Sardar Vallabhbhai Chargers – led by Niranjan and team
Girls Teams:
Jhansi Lakshmibai Spikers – led by Prajwala and team
Durga Bai Deshmukh Defenders – led by Divya and team
The program began with an address on the importance of National Sports Day, commemorating the birth anniversary of the legendary hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
A respectful tribute was offered, followed by the Fit India Pledge, emphasizing health, fitness, and active living
The program was done with the support of physical director Mr Z Silvi Babu Garu
The inaugural match was played between Alluri Seetha Ramaraju Attackers (Prasanna & team) and Bhagat Singh Blockers (Lokesh & team). It turned out to be a thrilling and energetic contest, showcasing the enthusiasm and talent of the students.
30 th August
further matches of Volleyball continued
31st August
Closing Ceremony of National Sports Day 2025 at Narayana Medical College
The closing ceremony of the National Sports Day 2025 celebrations at Narayana Medical College was marked with enthusiasm and pride. The highlight of the event was the Mahatma Volleyball Tournament, which brought together spirited participation from both boys’ and girls’ teams.
The ceremony was graced by Dr. P. Sreenivasulu Reddy Garu, Dean of Narayana Medical Institution,
physical fitness and mental well-being. He congratulated all the winners and runners for their remarkable performance and presented certificates, medals, and the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Award to the deserving teams.
Winners 🏆 and Runners 🏆 are as follows
In the girls’ category,
Durga Bhai Deshmukh Defenders, led by Divya and team, emerged as winners
DURGABHAI DESHMUKH DEFENDERS
Kotthapalli. Divya Lakshmi (C)
Durishetty Mugdha
Uravakity. Om Bhuvana Chandrika
Naramala Lakshmi Sravani
Tatavarthi Subha Dikshitha
Guntakrinadapalli Mahathi Reddy
Syed Ghousal Fizah
Mudamala Durga Bhavani
while the
Jhansi Lakshmi Bhai Spikers, led by Prajwala and team, stood as runners-up.
DURGABHAI DESHMUKH DEFENDERS
Palagani Prajwala (C)
Singareddy Ruchitha Reddy
Poorvika Gutta
Neeluri Navya Sree
Bhumireddy Namratha
Yamini Vyshnavi Chinni
Ayalasomayajulu Vydehi
Praveena Sahu
Pothula Sneha Latha Reddy
In the boys’ category,
the Subash Chandra Bose Strikers, led by Deepak and team claimed the winners’ title
SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE SPIKERS
Singagari Sai Deepak [C]
Gurrala Prashanth Kumar
Boreddy Prakash Reddy
Bommadi Pallav Reddy
Chinreddy Nikhil Kumar Reddy
Ramanaboina Varun Yadav
Roddham Charan
Yarradoddi Yaswanth Reddy
Punuru Narasimha Reddy
Vanipenta Bhaskar Reddy
while the Aluri Sita Ramaraju Attackers,led by Prassanna and team finished as runners-up.
ALLURI SEETHA RAMARAJU ATTACKERS
Ilangovan Prasanna[C]
Pandra Rohan Kumar
Pocha Dastagiri Reddy
Thodeti Chenchu Vamsi Krishna
Veluru Revanth Reddy
Sambatur Venkata Suzen Nivas
Chintamreddy Veera Lokesh Reddy
Duvvuru Mahesh
Kothapalli Mohan Karthikeya Varma
Mure Chethan Reddy
Challa Ramana Teja
The event concluded on a high note with immense joy, team spirit, and gratitude expressed by the students towards the Dean and the organizing committee for providing this wonderful platform. The National Sports Day celebrations not only honored sporting excellence but also reinforced the role of sports in building unity, discipline, and holistic health
LOCATE US
Chinthareddypalem,
Nellore – 524003,
Andhra Pradesh, India.
