SAMBA, Aug 27: Shri Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College (SPPND GDC), Samba, today successfully organised the prestigious “Khelo India Samvaad” programme under the national theme “Khel Ki Baat PM keSaath”. The mega event, held to celebrate National Sports Day 2026, was meticulously organised by the college NSS Unit and the College Sports Committee under the dynamic leadership of the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) NirlapeKour.
The program commenced at 09:00 AM with an assembly of students and faculty, followed by an insightful programmatic briefing on the “MeraYuva Bharat” initiative by MY Bharat Volunteer Diksha.
Attendees tuned into the live nationwide virtual screening of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address. In a moment of immense regional pride, the Prime Minister specially lauded J&K’s own phenomenal Paralympic Gold Medalist archer, Sheetal Devi, inspiring everyone with her historic global achievements.
Principal’s Motivational Insights: Adding a personal touch, Principal Prof. (Dr.) Nirlape Kour, herself a former National Basketball Player, shared her court experiences and career challenges. She passionately urged the youth to “touch the sports ground every single day” to maintain robust physical health and lifelong discipline.
A highly interactive Moderated Discussion, steered by MY Bharat Volunteer Suvidha Sambyal, featured local sports icon, Ayush Singh Jamwal. Having represented India at the 2022 International Softball Championship in Japan, Jamwal spoke about India’s changing sports infrastructure and the road to the 2036 Olympic Games.
The event smoothly transitioned to the YuvaSamvaad open-interaction segment, where students actively brainstormed suggestions to improve regional sports ecosystems and youth leadership.
The day concluded with the participants collectively undertaking the solemn “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” pledge, followed by the singing of the National Anthem.
Speaking on the sidelines, Principal Prof. (Dr.) Nirlape Kour stated, “Hosting this dialogue has provided our students with an invaluable direct link to national leadership and iconic sports role models. SPPND GDC Samba remains firmly dedicated to nurturing both academic and athletic excellence.”