ALIGARH: The 98th Inter-Hall Athletic Meet of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), organised by the Athletics Club, concluded after two days of spirited competitions at the University Athletic Ground, showcasing athletic excellence, teamwork and sportsmanship.
The meet, held on April 10 and 11, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing 16 halls and 10 schools, competing across Men, Women, Boys and Girls categories.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Prof. Mohd. Mohsin Khan, Pro Vice Chancellor, as Chief Guest, while Prof. Mohd. Athar Ansari, Dean Students’ Welfare, attended as Guest of Honour, and Prof. Nakhat Nasreen, Chairperson, Department of Education, as Special Guest. Prof. Yusuf Uzzaman Khan, Secretary, Games Committee, was also present.
Welcoming the participants, Dr. Merajuddin Faridi, President, Athletics Club, highlighted the significance of sports in promoting discipline, perseverance and holistic development. The dignitaries encouraged the athletes, emphasising the role of sports in character-building and fostering unity.
The meet featured a wide range of track events, including 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 5000m and 4×100m relay, along with field events such as discus throw, shot put, javelin throw and long jump.
In the individual championships, Mohd. Azeem of Sir Syed Hall North and Md. Qamar Abedeen of Viqarul Mulk Hall secured top honours in the Men’s category. Mayank Pathak of S.T.S. School won the Boys’ individual championship, while Zainab Tabassum and Areeba Malik of AMU Girls School emerged as joint winners in the Girls’ category.
In team events, S.T.S. School secured the Boys’ championship, while AMU Girls School won the Girls’ title. Sir Syed Hall North emerged as the Men’s team champions, and Sarojini Naidu Hall secured the Women’s team championship.
The closing ceremony featured prize distribution and medal presentation, with dignitaries congratulating the winners and participants. They emphasised the importance of sports in developing resilience, teamwork and a spirit of fair play.
Source : Aligarh Muslim University News