Garhwal Post Bureau
Dehradun, 5 Nov: Doon International School Riverside Campus hosted its Annual Athletics Meet 2026–27 today with great enthusiasm, sporting fervour and a spirit of healthy competition. The occasion was graced by the Chief Guest, Brigadier Sandeep Rawat (Retd), a distinguished veteran Sapper and an accomplished officer of the Indian Army.
The programme commenced with a formal opening ceremony comprising the Welcome Address, Unfurling of the School Flag, School Song, a March Past, Torch Relay and Oath Taking, followed by the formal declaration of the meet open.
The sporting programme featured an exciting array of track events, including the 400 m, 200 m, 100 m and 80 m races across junior and senior categories. The youngest Riverians added colour and excitement through specially organised fun races for Grades I to III, while the pre-primary students delighted the audience with a lively dance performance. A spectacular Horse Show was another major attraction of the day.
The relay races, featuring the 4×100 m events for Girls Open, Junior and Senior categories, along with the 4×50 m Sub-Junior Boys and Girls relay, showcased teamwork, coordination, speed and athletic excellence. A special Teachers’ 4×100 m Relay Race added to the excitement and camaraderie of the occasion.
The prize distribution ceremonies recognised the achievements of young athletes across the various events. The announcement of the Best Athletes brought another moment of celebration, with Junior Boys: Angad Raturi, Senior Boys: Inayat Raees, Junior Girls: Sherleen Singh and Senior Girls: Kristina Singh earning the Best Athlete titles.
The March Past Trophy was awarded to Gandhi House, while the Overall Sports Trophy was lifted by Churchill House, with Lincoln House securing the runners-up position.
The ceremony concluded with the Flag Lowering Ceremony and the National Anthem.
