Inter-College Sports Competition Begins in Mymensingh With 519 Athletes From 15 Colleges
The Mymensingh divisional phase of the National University's 'Inter-College Sports Competition-2026' has begun in Mymensingh. The three-day competition was inaugurated on Thursday (November 5) morning at the Muktgachha Government Physical Education College ground in Mymensingh with the hoisting of the national flag and the release of balloons.
A total of 519 athletes from 15 colleges in four districts of the Mymensingh division are taking part in the competition. Students will compete in 57 events in total. The divisional phase will end on November 8 with a closing and prize distribution ceremony. Winners of this phase will get the opportunity to take part in the competition at the national level.
Professor Dr Mohammad Ali Jinnah, pro-vice-chancellor of the National University, presided over the inaugural ceremony of the competition, organised as part of the government's 'Learning with Happiness' programme.
In his speech as chair, he said sports create leadership, discipline, empathy and a mindset of working as a team alongside students' physical and mental development. Through sports, a person can bring honour for their own family and country, and glorious achievements for the country are also possible at national and international levels.
He also said the prime minister is very interested in sports and is giving special importance to this sector.
Mohammad Zakir Hossain Bablu, member of parliament for Mymensingh-5, was the chief guest at the ceremony. Md Jasim Uddin, director of the National University's internal audit office, was a special guest.
