‘Sport is an important part of life’

Sports reporter

A PROGRAM to promote sports and raise awareness about the importance of sports among citizens was organized by the Sports Department of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU) and the Karate Center of the University, on the occasion of the celebration of the International Olympic Day. On the occasion, players from the karate center performed various demonstrations such as ribbon stick, lathi event, fire ring and many more under the guidance of international level karate coach Vijay Ghichare at the RTMNU campus in Ravi Nagar. The program was chaired by Sports Department Director Dr. Sharad Suryawanshi. Dr. Suryawanshi during his speech, underlining the importance of sports, said, “Sports are an important part of life.

Everyone should realize the importance of sports and choose a sport that he or she likes and practice it for at least an hour a day. I also urge parents to tell their children the importance of outdoor activities. These activities are really essential because they keep the body and mind fit and healthy.” Dr. Suryawanshi also shared information about the importance of the Olympic Day and the games under the Olympics. Director, Sports Department, Anjuman College of Engineering, Dr. Zakir Khan, Chhatrapati awardee Sanjay Lokhande, RTMNU Physical Education Council Member, Dr. Aditya Soni, Joint Secretary, Nagpur District Athletics Association, Dr. Nitin Jangitwar , Archana Kottewar and others were present.