Mansukh Mandaviya, Delhi L-G Inaugurate DDA-University Sports Cup 2026

Mansukh Mandaviya, Delhi L-G inaugurate DDA-University Sports Cup 2026 (Mansukh Mandaviya, Delhi L-G inaugurate DDA-University Sports Cup 2026 (Photo: X of LG))

University Sports Cup:  Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Delhi Lieutenant Governor T.S. Sandhu on Tuesday inaugurated the Delhi Development Authority - University Sports Cup 2026 at Roshanara Club to nurture sporting talent in city colleges.

With 10 universities competing across 5 team sports, the inaugural cup will give young athletes a platform to test their mettle, showcase their talent and pursue excellence, said an official.

In a message on X, Sandhu wrote, “Joined Hon’ble Union Minister Shri @mansukhmandviyaJi and Hon’ble Minister, GNCTD, Shri @ashishsood_bjpJi to inaugurate the DDA - University Sports Cup 2026 at DDA Roshanara Club today.”

“Bringing Delhi’s universities together, the Cup will nurture sporting talent, enduring team spirit and a culture of healthy competition. As Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodiJi emphasises, sports build resilience and the spirit to rise stronger,” wrote Sandhu.

“To our young athletes: compete with passion, play with integrity, and inspire a sporting #ViksitBharat by 2047!” wrote Sandhu.

The Lieutenant Governor wrote, “Team sports teach us a powerful lesson: we achieve more when we rise together. May our young athletes carry the spirit of unity, discipline, and perseverance from the field into life.”

On October 23, Sandhu launched the curtain-raiser poster and video of the event.

In a message on social media platform X, the Lieutenant Governor said, "Unveiled the curtain-raiser poster and video of the DDA-University Sports Cup 2026, alongside the Vice Chancellor, @dtu_delhi and Vice Chairman, @official_dda."

"Inspired by PM @narendramodi Ji's vision of harnessing Yuva Shakti, we are committed to nurturing sporting talent, strengthening sports infrastructure and building a #ViksitDilli where young people can turn their potential into achievement. May the best of Delhi's youth shine on the field! Best wishes to all participating teams," the L-G said.

In a message on social media platform X, the Lieutenant Governor said, "Unveiled the curtain-raiser poster and video of the DDA-University Sports Cup 2026, alongside the Vice Chancellor, @dtu_delhi and Vice Chairman, @official_dda."

Article Source: IANS