The 47th Annual Athletic Meet was held at the Government Home Science College ,Sector 10,Chandigarh on February10, 2012. The meet was inaugurated by Mrs. Madhu Nanda, Principal, Government Home Science College. The students impressed the audience in March Past with their colorful thematic turn outs while they marched to the tunes of the Chandigarh Police Band.
The March Past was led by Navdeep Kaur, the Parade Commander and the College President, Ms. Simran Sachdeva. The Sports Captain of the college Ms. Neha Banta lit the torch and took the ceremonial oath.Mr. Alok Kumar, Deputy Inspector General of Police and I.G. Prisons, U.T. Chandigarh was the Chief Guest on the occasion. The Principal of the college Mrs. Madhu Nanda read the Annual Sports Report highlighting the achievements of the students. The students of the college presented a spectacular yoga demonstration with interesting formations of the asanas.
Another group of students put the audience on feet on the bhangra beats on the theme ae dharti desh Punjab di. The Chief Guest gave encouraging remarks to the students. He appreciated the March Past, the enthusiasm and active participation of the students. He also congratulated the best athlete, Ms. Ritu Joshi and focused on the importance of being fit and playing sports. He emphasized the value of team work and mutual tolerance, respect and adjustment among all.