Sardar Patel College's Dr Kuldeep Gond wins Gondwana University's first physical education award

It is a proud moment for Sardar Patel College in Chandrapur. Dr Kuldeep Rajkishor Gond, head of the college's physical education and sports department, has been given Gondwana University's first "Best Physical Education Director Award".

The award was presented at a programme held on the university's foundation day. Dignitaries honoured Dr Gond with a shawl, a coconut, a memento, a citation and a cash prize.

The university selected him for the award in recognition of his consistent and notable work for the development of physical education and sports at the college. The honour recognises his work in organising various university-level inter-college sports competitions, guiding players, sports training and selection trials, and nurturing a sports culture among students.

Gondwana University Vice-Chancellor Dr Prashant Bokare was present when the award was given. Dr Atul Vaidya of Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University, Nagpur, was the chief guest. Gadchiroli Collector Avishyant Panda attended as special guest. Dr Gond was also honoured by the university's Pro-Vice-Chancellor Dr Shriram Kawale and Registrar Dr Anil Hirekhan.

Sarvodaya Shikshan Mandal president Arvind Poreddiwar, working president MLA Kishor Jorgewar, vice-presidents Sudarshan Nimkar and Saguna Talandi, secretary Prashant Potdukhe and treasurer Sandeep Gaddamwar congratulated him. The Mandal's executive members Rakesh Patel, Sheikh Ramzan, Suresh Potdukhe and Jinesh Patel also extended their good wishes.

College principal Dr P. M. Katkar, vice-principal Dr Swapnil Madhamshettiwar, director of physical education Dr Pushpanjali Kamble, faculty members, non-teaching staff, players and students also congratulated Dr Gond.

The award has given fresh motivation to the work of the college's physical education and sports department. It has also added to the college's reputation in academics and sports.

After receiving the award, Dr Gond said: "Receiving Gondwana University's 'Best Physical Education Director Award' is a moment of great joy and pride for me. The real credit for this award goes to my parents, whose values, blessings and inspiration throughout life have been the strength of my journey. My wife, children and all members of my family gave me love, cooperation and support at every step. My friends and colleagues encouraged me from time to time. The credit goes to all of them."

Dr Gond further said: "I especially thank my teacher and guide, the college's principal, the respected Dr Pramod M. Katkar sir, from the bottom of my heart. His guidance, trust and inspiration gave my work the right direction. The faith he has shown in me is itself a great source of inspiration for me."