“Sports is not just about winning, but about building character, discipline, and unity”.
The much-awaited Annual Sports Day of Darshan Academy, Devlali, was held on 30-11-2024 with great enthusiasm and excitement. The event took place on the Cantonment ground, which was beautifully decorated with flags, banners, and a vibrant stage. The program commenced with the arrival of the Chief Guest, Shri Abhishek Mani Tripathi Devlal, and guests of honor, Mr. Vivek Band, Mrs. Ashwini Deore, Mr. Adwait Joshi, and Mr. Ravindra Shashtri accompanied by the principal, staff, and students. The Chief Guest lit the ceremonial torch, declaring the Sports Day open, followed by releasing balloons and a colorful march-past by all the four houses led by the school band. A beautiful dance performance by our tiny Darshanites followed the drill.
The atmosphere was charged with mind blowing performances of yoga and stunning stunts by karate students. The sports events included track and field races, shot put, dumble race, lemon and spoon, and relay races. Students from various classes participated with great zeal and showcased their athletic prowess. The atmosphere was charged with cheers and applause as participants gave their best performances. The highlight of the day was fun activities organised for the parents and the alumni students which added joy and laughter to the event.
The event concluded with the closing ceremony dance followed by a prize distribution ceremony. Medals, certificates, and trophies were awarded to the winners and best house by the Chief Guest, who praised the students for their sportsmanship and hard work. The Principal extended heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved, including the organizing committee, staff, and volunteers, for making the event a grand success. The Annual Sports Day was a memorable event that encouraged students to embrace the spirit of healthy competition, teamwork and discipline. It left everyone motivated to pursue excellence in both academics and sports.