PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Kurud Delivers a Stellar Performance at the Divisional-Level Sports Competition; Creates History in Shooting

PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Kurud Delivers Stellar Performance at Divisional Sports Competition; Creates History in Shooting

At the Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan’s Divisional Sports Competition 2026, held in Mahasamund, students from PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Kurud created history by participating in rifle shooting for the very first time and delivering an outstanding performance. Amidst fierce competition across various age categories, the athletes from Kurud impressed everyone with their exceptional skills.
In the Under-19 Boys’ category for the 10-meter Open Sight Air Rifle event, Raj Nishad delivered a stellar performance to secure the gold medal. Meanwhile, in the Under-14 Girls’ category—marking her debut in the competition—Vandita Sahu, a student of Class 6, captivated the audience and won their hearts with a magnificent performance that earned her a bronze medal. Additionally, at the Taekwondo competition held at Kendriya Vidyalaya Durg, Dibyansh Patel delivered an excellent performance in the Under-17 category, securing a silver medal.
With this remarkable achievement, these athletes are now set to participate in the National Sports Competition 2026. Through their success, the athletes have proven that any goal can be achieved through the power of hard work, self-confidence, and unwavering determination.
Throughout the competition, the athletes demonstrated a high level of concentration, technical proficiency, and patience. This success—achieved despite limited resources and modest equipment—stands as a matter of immense pride for the entire school community and the town of Kurud.
Under the expert guidance of their coach, Mr. S.K. Pandey, the athletes have been practicing diligently and remain committed to delivering an outstanding performance at the national level as well. They attributed their success to the support and inspiration provided by the school Principal, Mrs. Gloria Minz, as well as their parents and teachers.
In her address, Principal Mrs. Gloria Minz stated, “The achievements our students have attained, despite facing limited resources, are truly inspiring. This is a testament to their hard work, discipline, and dedication. We are confident that our athletes will continue to excel at the national level, bringing glory to both the school and the entire region.”
The school fraternity expressed their jubilation over the athletes’ achievements and extended their best wishes for their bright future.