Students pedal for fitness, sportsmanship at Srinagar Cycling Championship

Islamic Global School (IGS), Padshahi Bagh, Srinagar, successfully organised the Inter-School Cycling Championship 2026, bringing together students from various reputed educational institutions across District Srinagar in a spirited celebration of fitness, discipline, and sportsmanship. The championship, as per a statement issued on Saturday, commenced in the early morning from Dalgate and culminated with a felicitation and prize distribution ceremony at Nigeen Park. Throughout the event, participants displayed remarkable endurance, enthusiasm, and competitive spirit, reflecting the growing interest in cycling and outdoor sports among students. The programme was graced by several distinguished guests, including Dr G. N. War, Patron, Private Schools Association J&K; Bilal Ahmad Bhat, President, Private Schools Association, Adil Habib, President, District Srinagar Private Schools Association, Mushtaq Ahmad, President, District Srinagar Cycling Association, Urooj Qadiri, Principal, Islamic Global School; and Syed Rufaida Jan, Project Head. Speaking on the occasion, Dr G N War lauded the efforts of the school management and the Physical Education Department of Islamic Global School for organising a meaningful sporting event that promotes physical well-being and healthy competition among students. Special appreciation was extended to the Physical Education Department, particularly Waseem Raja, for his dedicated coordination, meticulous planning, and successful execution of the championship. The participating institutions included Islamic Global School, Green Valley Educational Institute Illahibagh, Bilaliya Educational Institute Lal Bazar, New RP School Zakura Crossing, Oasis School of Education Nowgam, Legends School of Education Hazratbal, Crescent School of Education Natipora, Muslim Public School Rajbagh, Saint Solomon School Illahibagh, Candid Higher Secondary School Nowgam, and Flying Machine Cycling Club HMT Srinagar. The championship concluded with the distribution of prizes, medals, and certificates, followed by words of encouragement from the guests. The event was organised with the objective of promoting physical fitness, discipline, healthy competition, and a vibrant sports culture among students. Expressing her gratitude, Principal Urooj Qadiri thanked all participating schools, staff members, volunteers, parents, and officials for their invaluable support in making the event a grand success.