𝘙𝘰𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘖𝘭𝘺𝘮𝘱𝘪𝘢𝘥 2025 𝘚𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘌𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘚𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘌𝘯𝘵𝘩𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 1,500+ 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴
Chennai, July 27, 2025: The Rotary Olympiad 2025, hosted by Rotary International District 3234, concluded with resounding success today at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Chennai. The day-long sporting event brought together more than 1,500 students from over 70 schools, celebrating athleticism, discipline, and youth empowerment on a professional stage.
The event was inaugurated by Lt. Gen. Karanbir Singh Brar, PVSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding, Dakshin Bharat Area, who addressed the young athletes with an inspiring message on leadership, fitness, and determination. His presence set a spirited tone for the day.
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An impressive march past by NCC cadets,school bands, and students marked the beginning of the Olympiad, filling the stadium with energy and excitement. Throughout the day, students actively participated in various track and field events, team sports, and fitness challenges, showcasing their talent and sportsmanship.
The initiative by Rotary aimed to foster camaraderie, discipline, and physical well-being among school children while offering them a rare opportunity to compete in a professionally managed environment.
The Valedictory Ceremony was presided over by Dr. R.G. Anand, esteemed educationist and youth mentor, who distributed prizes and certificates to the winners and applauded the efforts of all participants. He commended Rotary for its dedication to nurturing young talent through such meaningful initiatives.
With no spot registrations, the event was well-organized, ensuring safety, discipline, and a high-quality experience for all involved. The success of the Olympiad was made possible through the enthusiastic participation of students, dedicated volunteers, and the unwavering support of schools and parents.
The Rotary Olympiad 2025 marks a significant step forward in promoting a healthy lifestyle, leadership, and team spirit among the youth—perfectly aligning with Rotary’s core values and commitment to building a better tomorrow.
The winners of the Rotary Olympiad 2025 were announced at the culmination of the event, with Velammal Vidyalaya, Alapakkam emerging as the Overall Champion in the Boys' category and Omega International School emerging as the Overall Champion in the Girls' category, showcasing their exceptional talent and dedication to sports.
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