In a time when academics often overshadow everything else and students across the country feel the growing pressure of studies, these young achievers have proved that sports can be just as powerful in shaping confidence, discipline and excellence. Their victories remind us that the playing field can build future champions in ways a classroom sometimes cannot, and that nurturing young athletes is just as important as nurturing young scholars.
The impressive performances come from students of Narayana Schools, whose commitment to all-round development continues to create opportunities for young talent to excel beyond academics.
Master M. Thamizhiniyan delivered a standout performance at the CBSE National Skating Championship, clinching the Gold Medal in the Under-11, 500 metres Inline Skating category. His dedication, skill, and relentless practice. Supported by dedicated teachers and staff, his hard work has placed him among the country’s top young skaters.
Celebrations continue as two more Narayanites showcased their strength and determination at the 6th Federation Kudo Cup – National Championship 2025, organised by the Kudo International Federation India (KIFI Association), the government-recognised body for Kudo in India.
Medal Winners:
- Ayush Kumar Lenka – Under-12 Boys, 30 kg Silver Medal
- Sulagna Lenka – Under-15 Girls, 54 kg Silver Medal
Both students from Narayana Schools’ Cuttack Campus displayed remarkable discipline, courage and competitiveness on a national stage, adding to the institution’s legacy of sporting excellence.
Commending their achievement, Dr. Sindhura Narayana, Director of Narayana Educational Institutions, shared that these victories reflect the students’ hard work and determination, and reinforce the school’s dedication to nurturing excellence not just in academics but in sports too.
Their achievements in Inline Skating and Kudo Martial Arts stand as a reminder of how important sports are in shaping discipline, confidence and resilience in young learners. She added that these wins inspire the institution to continue supporting every student’s sporting aspirations because at Narayana, every child’s dream matters.
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