30/07/2026
Grand Inauguration of Traditional Sports Competitions at Bundelkhand University; Athletes Display Exceptional Skills in Mallakhamb and Kabaddi
Jhansi, July 30, 2026: The two-day Traditional Sports Competitions organized by the Major Dhyan Chand Institute of Physical Education (MDIPE), Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, under Deekshotsav-2026, commenced in a grand and enthusiastic atmosphere.
The event began with a spectacular Mallakhamb demonstration by the students of BPES and B.P.Ed., who captivated the audience with their outstanding display of balance, flexibility, courage, strength, and artistic skills. Their remarkable performance received thunderous applause from the dignitaries and spectators.
On this occasion, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mukesh Pandey stated that traditional Indian sports represent the countryтАЩs rich cultural heritage. He emphasized that Mallakhamb plays a significant role in developing physical fitness, mental concentration, courage, and self-confidence among young people. He further said that the University remains committed to preserving and promoting indigenous sports and will continue organizing such events to encourage student participation.
Controller of Examinations Mr. Raj Bahadur Singh remarked that sports are an integral part of education. Traditional games help develop discipline, leadership qualities, team spirit, and healthy competition among students. He encouraged all participants and wished them success in the competition.
Dean StudentsтАЩ Welfare and Director, IQAC, Prof. Sunil Kumar Kabia said that the University is continuously promoting sports activities for the holistic development of students and is committed to giving traditional Indian sports greater recognition.
Welcoming the guests, Dr. Rajeev Babele, Head of the Major Dhyan Chand Institute of Physical Education, described traditional sports as a priceless part of IndiaтАЩs cultural heritage. He stated that such competitions enhance studentsтАЩ physical fitness, mental resilience, discipline, leadership qualities, and team spirit while providing them with an excellent platform to showcase their sporting talent. He urged all participants to compete with true sportsmanship.
Former Coordinator and Associate Professor Dr. Upendra Singh Tomar said that the primary objective of the event is to preserve and promote traditional Indian sports and reconnect the younger generation with IndiaтАЩs rich cultural heritage.
Following the inauguration, exciting Kabaddi competitions were held among various university departments.
In the womenтАЩs category, ITEP defeated LLB by 11тАУ09 in the opening match. In the final, B.P.Ed. secured the championship by defeating their opponents 16тАУ11.
In the menтАЩs category, the Engineering Department defeated the Pharmacy Department 22тАУ16 in the opening match. In the second match, BPES defeated ITEP 15тАУ11 to qualify for the semifinals.
In the first semifinal, BPES edged past the Law Department 18тАУ16 after a closely contested match. In the second semifinal, B.P.Ed. defeated B.Tech. 27тАУ24 to advance to the final.
The menтАЩs final was played between BPES and B.P.Ed. Both teams displayed exceptional skills throughout the match. In a thrilling contest, BPES emerged victorious by 26тАУ24, winning the MenтАЩs Kabaddi Championship.
The programme was conducted by Dr. Kanhaiya Lal Sonkar, while Mr. Surendra Prajapati, Mr. Arjun Verma, and Mr. Govind Kumar officiated as the chief referees, ensuring the smooth and fair conduct of the competition.
Among those present were Dr. Satyendra Upadhyay, Dr. Sandeep Verma, and Dr. Krishna Pal Singh from the Engineering Department, along with Dr. Upendra Singh Tomar, Dr. Swapana Saksena, Dr. Amit Kumar Shrivastava, Vinod Kumar Baudha, Dr. Rohit Tiwari, Dr. Yagyapal Singh, Ms. Preeti Shrivastava, Hemant Chandra, Dr. Gyan Prakash Arjeria, Dr. Krishna Kumar Pandey, Mr. Mohammad Arshad Ahmad, Mr. Abhimanyu Singh, Mr. Kundeshwar (Babuji), and Mr. Kundan Singh from the Major Dhyan Chand Institute of Physical Education. A large number of faculty members, university staff, and students were also present.
The dayтАЩs programme concluded with appreciation for the participants and best wishes for the Tug of War competitions scheduled for the following day.
