September 2025

National Sports Day Celebrations 2025

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL) celebrated National Sports Day 2025 with great fervour across its campuses from 29–31 August 2025, commemorating the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand. The events reflected the values of fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship, bringing together students, faculty, and staff in a vibrant display of sporting spirit.

Prasanthi Nilayam Campus

The celebrations spanned three days and included a wide range of sporting events. The inaugural day began with a spirited banner run and the National Sports Day pledge, reaffirming commitment to health and sportsmanship. Highlights included:

• Teachers’ 100m Fast Race – showcasing enthusiasm and inspiring students.
• Volleyball Matches – student teams (Dhyan Chand Warriors vs. Milkha Singh Challengers) and a student–teacher match, building camaraderie.
• Ball Badminton & Basketball (Day 2) – spirited contests between student and teacher teams, marked by agility and teamwork.
• Cricket Matches (Day 3) – featuring students, research scholars, and non-teaching staff, with exciting displays of batting, bowling, and fielding.
• Football (3×3 and full teams) – energetic student matches highlighting discipline, skill, and coordination.
  The events concluded with a prize distribution ceremony celebrating participation and excellence.

Anantapur Campus

The Department of Food and Nutrition, in collaboration with the Fit Food Club, hosted an impactful talk on “Strong, Active, and Well: Fitness Essentials for Every Woman” by alumna and eminent sports nutritionist Dr. Geetanjali Bhide. She emphasized the importance of women’s fitness across life stages, the dangers of sedentary lifestyles, and practical fitness strategies including yoga, resistance training, and circuit routines. The session ended with an engaging Q&A and reflections on holistic health, embodying Bhagawan Baba’s message of Pushti and Santushti (nourishment and contentment)

Brindavan Campus

The celebrations combined reflection and competition, beginning with a morning assembly, Sarva Dharma prayer, and pledge, followed by a talk on Major Dhyan Chand’s life and a video on Indian sports. Highlights included:

• Basketball Final (29 Aug) – Subhash Chandra Bose Fighters defeated Bhagat Singh Warriors 20–7 to win the Major Dhyan Chand Trophy.
• Teachers’ Cricket Match – Lala Lajpat Rai Lions defeated Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Patriots in a thrilling contest.
• Cycle Rally (30 Aug) – a 14 km rally with 35–40 students promoting fitness and sustainability, reinforcing the value of eco-friendly lifestyles

Nandigiri Campus

Students and staff observed the day with enthusiasm through Futsal competitions and Cricket matches, testing agility, coordination, and teamwork in a high-energy atmosphere. A Sports Day pledge was taken, reaffirming commitment to discipline, teamwork, integrity, and fitness. The celebrations brought together participants from diverse backgrounds, fostering unity and joy in sports

Conclusion

Across campuses, the National Sports Day 2025 celebrations at SSSIHL were a resounding success. From competitive matches and cycle rallies to inspirational talks and collective pledges, the events highlighted the institute’s commitment to holistic education—integrating physical fitness, discipline, and character building. The festivities not only honoured the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand but also inspired students and faculty alike to embrace the spirit of sports in daily life.

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Anantapur | Nandigiri | Prasanthi Nilayam | Brindavan

SSSIHL and VTU Forge Strategic Partnership to Enhance Student Opportunities and Research Excellence

Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL), Prasanthi Nilayam, and Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, Karnataka, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 25 September 2025 to strengthen academic collaboration and research initiatives. The MoU was exchanged between Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, Vice-Chancellor, SSSIHL, and Prof. Vidyashankar S., Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, VTU, in the presence of senior officials from both institutions. As part of the occasion, the VTU delegation also visited the Central Research Instruments Facility (CRIF) at SSSIHL, where senior faculty members provided an overview of the state-of-the-art facilities and showcased ongoing research projects.

The MoU aims to strengthen academic cooperation and research collaboration between the two universities in areas of science, technology, and interdisciplinary studies.

Key Areas of Collaboration

1. Student Exchange: Short-term project opportunities (1–12 months) for SSSIHL and VTU students at each other’s institutions.
2. Specialized Courses: Credit transfer of approved courses across both institutions
3. Joint Research: Collaborative research projects supported by internal or external funding.
4. Joint Ph.D. Programs: Students may pursue joint Ph.D.s with supervisors from both institutions. VTU’s JRFs may register for Ph.D. programs at SSSIHL under joint supervision.
5. Joint Master’s Programs: Initiate a joint MS/M.Tech. programs in mutual areas of interest

A Joint Committee will be formed to work out the detailed modalities, including scope, roles, responsibilities, IPR, finances, and other conditions, ensuring flexibility to adapt and expand collaboration.

The MoU marks a significant step towards advancing academic exchange, joint research, and collaborative degree programs, opening new avenues for students and faculty of SSSIHL and VTU to engage in impactful knowledge creation and dissemination.