Gurugram: The All-Indian Human Development Council (AIHDC) and Divisional Child Welfare Council, Gurugram, successfully organised the KHEL UTSAV Interschool Sports Meet for the academic year 2024-25, sponsored by Centrient Pharmaceuticals. The event was hosted by Maanas Shiksha School, at Tau Devi Lal Stadium. With a legacy of fostering young talent and promoting holistic education, this KHEL UTSAV was a remarkable showcase of sportsmanship and cultural engagement. AIHDC is a charitable trust based in Gurgaon.
The Chief Guest and other dignitaries commended the students for their efforts and achievements. The event featured a diverse array of athletic competitions, cultural performances, and an award ceremony to celebrate the achievements of budding athletes.
Speaking about the event, Devvesh P Srivastav, Country President, Global HR Director & Regional HR Head from Centrient Pharmaceuticals stated, “We are delighted to partner with AIHDC and Divisional Child Welfare Council for the KHEL UTSAV Interschool Sports Meet. At Centrient, we believe in empowering communities and fostering the holistic development of children. Events like these not only encourage physical fitness and team spirit but also inspire young minds to dream big and achieve their goals.”
Shri Hitesh Kumar (IAS), ADC Gurugram, the Chief Guest at the event, remarked, “Initiatives like KHEL UTSAV play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our youth. By combining athletic excellence with cultural engagement, this event creates a platform for children to showcase their multifaceted talents and learn valuable life lessons in teamwork and perseverance.”
Building on the resounding success of last year’s event, which saw over 500 students from 31 schools participating, KHEL UTSAV 2024-25 raised the bar even higher. The event saw the participation of over 600 students from 35 schools including Maanas Shiksha, Vidya School, Lotus Petal Foundation, Sanskriti Model School, Govt. Girls Senior Sec School Jacobpura, among others.
In addition to the sports competitions, the event included captivating cultural performances by students from Maanas Shiksha, an English-medium institute in Gurugram dedicated to providing free holistic education to underprivileged children up to Grade 5. Maanas Shiksha’s commitment to nurturing talent in academic and non-academic spheres aligned seamlessly with the vision of KHEL UTSAV.
