The NSS Wing, Yingli College, Longleng successfully celebrated National Sports Day on August 27 at Borgohain Hall, Longleng. The programme was organized by the NSS Wing in collaboration with Yingli College Students’ Union (YCSU) and in association with Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Govt. of India, MY Bharat, Khelo India Dialogue – Khel Ki Baat, PM Modi Ke Sath.

The programme was held to commemorate the birth anniversary of Hockey Legend Major Dhyan Chand and to promote sports culture, fitness and well-being among the youth.

The programme commenced with a welcome address by Vic-Principal of the college Dr. B. Henshet Phom, followed by a talk on the significance of National Sports Day. A live screening and discussion on the Khelo India Dialogue was also held on August 24. Students and faculty took the NASHA MUKTH ABIYAN Pledge during the program.

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The programme was attended by students of Yingli College including NSS Volunteers, NCC Cadets, non-volunteer students, teaching and non-teaching staff, MY Bharat volunteers, youth of Longleng District, invitees from the DSO and DYO office. A total of 305 participants attended the programme.

The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and distribution of participation certificates. The celebration was a grand success and inspired the youth to adopt sports and fitness as a way of life.