JAMMU, Aug 29: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Jammu, celebrated National Sports Day with enthusiasm and sporting spirit, commemorating the birth anniversary of legendary Indian hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
The programme highlighted the importance of sports and physical fitness in building a disciplined, confident and healthy society.
Addressing the gathering as the Chief Guest, Er. Amitabh Manhas XEN, National Volleyball Player, emphasised that sports play a vital role in developing discipline, coordination, teamwork and leadership qualities, which are essential not only on the playing field but also in every sphere of life. The Chief Guest was felicitated with award of honour.
On the occasion, Shamsher Singh, SSSA, RO Jammu who has represented at the National level in Volleyball, was honoured for his contribution and achievement in sports.
Ashish Sharma, JTO and Yashpal Gupta, SSA also received token of appreciation for undertaking the FITINDIANSD2026 Challenge (29 Challenge).
Speaking on the occasion, Sumeet Singh, RPFC-I, RO Jammu said, “On this National Sports Day, I urge the youth of Jammu to make sports and fitness an integral part of their lives. The spirit of sports teaches us perseverance, discipline, teamwork and the courage to overcome challenges.”
The celebration also paid homage to Major Dhyan Chand, whose extraordinary sporting legacy continues to inspire generations of Indians to pursue excellence through dedication, discipline and determination.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment by EPFO Jammu towards promoting fitness, sportsmanship and a healthy lifestyle, particularly among the youth, in keeping with the spirit of a Fit India.