Amity University Gurugram hosted North Zone Inter University Volleyball Tournament (Men) at its campus. More than 70 Universities from North India region (i.e Delhi University, Punjab University, Jamia Millia Islamia, MDU, Jammu University, Aligarh Muslim University, Doon University, Kurukshetra University, LPU, IP University etc.). The six day long tournament helped to promote good health, comradeship and a spirit of friendly competition which in turn has positive impact on the overall development of personality of the youth. This is yet another initiative by Amity towards nation building through sports.
While addressing the gathering Maj Gen B S Suhag (Retd.), Deputy Vice Chancellor, Amity University Gurugram said, ‘brightest India can only be created on the foundation of youth’s dedication, commitment & integrity.’
Maj Gen G S Bal (Retd), Dean, Student Welfare, Amity University Gurugram said, “Sports is an essential part of human resource development, participating in sports promotes character building. It is essential that students must participate whole heartedly in games to imbibe qualities of team work, camaraderie and discipline. The event also coincides with the Hon’ble PM’s ‘Fit India’ initiative, launched to promote a healthier and disease free India.”
Rahul Boken, University Volleyball Captain, Amity University Gurugram said, ‘We are practicing for this tournament since long. We are ready for the competition and we will give our best. Being the home ground team, we have the opportunity to play better as much as we can.’
The Six Day Long Inter-University Volleyball Tournament (North Zone) came to an end with a smashing final between Lovely Professional University & Kurushetra University where the latter became the champion.The Third & Fourth Positions were bagged by Patiala University & Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India respectively.