The five-day All India Sainik Schools National Games (AISSNG) 2026 concluded at Sainik School Bijapur on November 7, bringing together cadets for sporting and intellectual competitions. Raksha Rajya Mantri (RRM) Shri Sanjay Seth attended the closing ceremony as Chief Guest and presented medals and trophies to the winning teams.
Schools take titles in sports and intellectual events
Sainik School Ghorakhal won the Junior Boys’ Basketball competition, and Vikasa Sainik School secured the Junior Girls’ Basketball title. Sainik School Amaravatinagar was the champion in Junior Boys’ Volleyball. Sainik Schools from across the country took part, giving cadets an opportunity to compete at the national level.
The programme also included a Debate Championship and a Quiz Competition. Sainik School Jhansi won the debate, while Sainik School Kapurthala took the quiz title. The awards recognised achievements across both sporting and intellectual events.
Naval Chief addresses cadets
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan addressed the cadets and urged them to keep striving for excellence. He told the participants, “Keep pushing your limits, never give up and stay hungry for excellence.”
Admiral Swaminathan also recalled his formative years at Sainik School Bijapur, acknowledging the institution’s contribution to shaping his personality and achievements. His remarks highlighted the influence of Sainik School education in nurturing discipline, character and a commitment to excellence.
Games foster exchange and camaraderie
Held from November 3 to 7, 2026, the games provided a setting for national integration, cultural exchange and mutual understanding among students from different regions. Participants had opportunities to exchange knowledge, cultures, languages, beliefs and ideas, and to develop friendships and camaraderie.
The closing ceremony was attended by serving and retired defence officers, ministers, public representatives and senior administrators. It marked the end of the national-level competition, recognising the participating schools’ achievements and the spirit of sportsmanship, fellowship and national integration.
