69th National School Games from Jan 6 to 11 in Ludhiana
3000 players from all states, UTs, will participate in three games
City Air News
Jan 2, 2026 08:32
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Ludhiana, January 2, 2026: Additional Deputy Commissioner Rakesh Kumar on Friday directed officials from various departments to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the 69th National School Games, scheduled to take place in Ludhiana from Jan 6 to 11.
During a meeting held at the district administrative complex, the Additional Deputy Commissioner emphasized the importance of making adequate provisions for accommodation, food, security, medical services, and transportation for the participants to prevent any inconvenience.
Kumar highlighted that over 3,000 players from all states, Union Territories, and other organizations, including Kendriya Vidyalayas, Navodaya Vidyalayas, and Vidya Bharti Schools, will compete in three sports: Taekwondo (under-14 girls), Judo (under-14 boys and girls), and Gatka (under-19 boys and girls). The matches will be held at various locations, including the Government Senior Secondary Smart School (PAU), Open Air Theatre (PAU), BCM School and others. He also instructed officials to install CCTV cameras at these venues, along with deploying Police Control Room (PCR) teams for security.
The Additional Deputy Commissioner stressed that all arrangements must be meticulously planned and executed for the success of this event. He noted that the games represent a significant opportunity for emerging athletes to showcase their skills. To ensure a smooth operation, he urged the education and sports departments to collaborate effectively and requested that their senior officials personally oversee the logistics concerning accommodation and travel for the players.
Prominent amongst the present on the occasion included Assistant Commissioners Dr Pragati Verma, Payal Goyal, MC Assistant commissioner Jasdev Singh Sekhon, DEO Dimple Madaan, DSO Kuldeep Chugh and others.
