‘ASHWAMEDH 26’, a multi-sport event hosted by Priyadarshini College of Engineering got underway on Wednesday. More than 1500 engineering students are taking part in the event that will run until March 8. It will feature various competitions, including cricket, swimming, football, chess and basketball. Principal Dr Shrikrishna Dhale inaugurated the Ashwamedha 26 during a colourful ceremony by lighting the lamp and unveiling the ‘Ashwamedh 26 Champions Trophy’. Lokmanya Tilak Jankalyan Shikshan Sanstha’s President Dr Satish Chaturvedi, Secretary Abha Chaturvedi, Principal Jyotiba College Physical Education Principal Dr Datarkar, Vice-Principal Dr GM Asutkar were present.

 

Dhale stated that sports help athletes think positive. He added that unless positive energy is instilled in every athlete, they cannot reach their peak. Students presented various colourful programmes, including a march past to the beats of Shivpratishtha Dhol Pathak. Dean Students Counselling Dr Virendra Taksande made introductory remarks. The programme was conducted by Dr Vrushali Nasre while Dr Manoj Demade proposed a vote of thanks. Prof Manoj Ambedkar and Prof Aniruddha Kailuke were involved in organising the function.