- Executive Summary
In alignment with the national vision of promoting health, endurance, and holistic development under the Fit India Movement (spearheaded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India), Manipur Technical University successfully organized a joint Running & Cycling Event on August 29, 2026. Held under the central theme “Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat”, the initiative aimed to foster sportsmanship, institutional camaraderie, and physical wellness across the university community.
- Key Event Details
- Event Date & Day: August 29, 2026 | Saturday
- Assembly Time: 6:00 AM IST
- Flag-off Time: 6:30 AM IST
- Starting Location: Lamjing Meira Club Football Ground (Langjing Football Turf)
- Destination Venue: AIC Block, Manipur Technical University
- Organizing Body: Manipur Technical University in collaboration with Fit India
- Dignitaries & Administrative Leadership
The event was marked by the active participation and leadership of the university’s primary executive officers:
- W. Chandbabu Singh — Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor
- Kshetrimayum Imokanta Singh — Chief Finance Officer (CFO)
- Leishangthem Debendra Singh — Controller of Examinations
Coordinator of the event: Dr. Angom Devadatta Mani – Coordinator Student Affairs & Assistant Professor, Department of Basic Sciences
- Participation Profile
The celebration saw robust turnouts across all campus demographics, reflecting a strong collective commitment to the Fit India charter:
- Students: ~170 participants (combining runners and cyclists bringing their own gear)
- Faculty Members: 10 participating professors and department heads
- Administrative Staff: 10 participating non-teaching staff members
- Total Attendance: ~190 Participants
- Detailed Event Proceedings
Assembly & Briefing (6:00 AM – 6:30 AM)
Participants began gathering at the Lamjing Meira Club Football Ground from 6:00 AM onwards. The event management team particularly the coordinator conducted a brief safety briefing, outlined the primary route leading to the MTU New Campus, and ensured basic medical and hydration support stations were staged along the course.
Flag-off Ceremony (6:30 AM)
The combined running and cycling rally was officially flagged off at 6:30 AM by Vice-Chancellor Prof. W. Chandbabu Singh, alongside CFO Dr. Kshetrimayum Imokanta Singh, Controller of Examinations Dr. Leishangthem Debendra Singh and Dr. Angom Devadatta Mani, Coordinator Student Afffairs along with faculties and staffs. Leading by example, the executive officers actively joined the procession alongside students and staff.
Key Addresses & Dignitary Messages
Upon reaching the Manipur Technical University New Campus, a short assembly was held to mark the conclusion of the rally:
- Vice-Chancellor’s Address: W. Chandbabu Singh emphasized that academic productivity and technical innovation must be grounded in physical and mental endurance. He commended the students for their high energy and encouraged the campus community to integrate daily physical exercise into their university routine.
- Administrative Remarks: Both Dr. Kshetrimayum Imokanta Singh and Dr. Leishangthem Debendra Singh extended their appreciation to the organizers and participants, noting that such institutional gatherings strengthen community cohesion beyond the classroom and administrative offices.
- Conclusion
The National Sports Day 2026 celebration at Manipur Technical University successfully fulfilled its objective of advocating fitness and active living. The seamless coordination between university leadership, faculty, staff, and the student body set a positive precedent for future co-curricular initiatives under the Fit India umbrella.
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Last Updated on September 2, 2026 by Web Admin