The 55th annual athletic meet of the Sainik School Bhubaneswar was held in its premises here and concluded on Wednesday.
Noted internationally-acclaimed athlete Pranati Mishra graced as chief guest. Principal Kanchan Mukherjee welcomed the guests. Mishra appreciated the performance of the Cadets and appealed them to excel further in sports and bring pride to the institution, State and the nation.
Cadet Praveen Kumar Hial was awarded as the champion athlete among seniors while Cadet Ravi Kumar emerged as the junior champion. In overall performance, the Cauvery House received shield as the winners-up followed by Ganga House as runners up. The Yamuna House stood first and received trophy followed by Godavari House among juniors.
Around 600 cadets of eleven hostels presented a spectacular show of displays like karate, Mass PT, pyramid, yoga, aerobic, band, fan fare and beating the retreat.
Vice-Principal Sushil Kumar and Administrative Officer N Santhosh Kumar made all necessary arrangements. The event was coordinated by Sunil Dutt Singh, sports secretary AK Mukherjee, CHM Sandip Arakh and CHM Puskar Kapri.