GDC Ganderbal Hosts Annual College Road Race for Men & Women
Srinagar, 29 May (KF): The Department of Physical Education & Sports at GDC Ganderbal organized its Annual College Road Race for Men and Women on Wednesday.
While speaking to the Kashmir Front, College Principal Prof. Fouzia Fatima mentioned that approximately 91 students participated in the event. The boys’ race was flagged off by Prof. Fatima at the Power Grid Station in Badampora, while the girls’ race began at Baroosa Crossing. Both races concluded at Mansbal Park.
Jameel Ahmad, a 6th-semester student, took the lead by sprinting ahead of the rest of the competitors and secured 1st place with a comfortable margin. He was followed by Shakir Ahmad Dar, a 4th-semester student, who finished in 2nd place, while Abid Mushtaq Rather, also a 4th-semester student, claimed 3rd place.
In the girls’ category, Khushboo Mushtaq of the 4th semester secured 1st place, followed by Afnan of the 2nd semester in 2nd place, and Naysun of the 4th semester in 3rd place.
However, valedictory and prize distribution ceremony was held at Mansbal Park, where the Principal of the college, Prof. Fouzia Fatima, felicitated the winners of the Annual College Road Race for Men & Women 2024. The position holders received trophies, medals, and certificates.
Refreshments were served to the students, and certificates were distributed to all participants.
The ceremony was attended by the Convener of the Sports Committee, Prof. Fayaz Ahmad Ahanger, members of the Sports Committee, senior faculty members, and A.P.T.I. Mr. Deedar Singh.
The proceedings were conducted by Ms. Ravinder Kour, the Physical Director of the college, and Prof. Ulfat Jan (Psychology), while the vote of thanks was proposed by Dr. Jamsheeda Akhter (Urdu). (KF)
