Mr Rana Gurmeet Singh Sodhi Hon’ble Minister- Sports & Youth Affairs, Punjab declares 55th All India IPSC Athletic Meet Open ..!

55th All India IPSC Athletic Meet kicked off in the Main Fields at PPS, Nabha. Mr Rana Gurmeet Singh Sodhi Hon’ble Minister- Sports & Youth Affairs, Punjab was the Chief Guest for Opening Ceremony. He was introduced to the key members on his arrival. The ceremony started with the March Past. Chief Guest declared the meet open. In his speech, he advised all the budding sportsmen to focus on their sport. Sending out a powerful message that failure is the stepping stone to success, he surely inspired many present for the ceremony. He lauded the efforts of Punjab Govt in felicitating the Common Wealth Sportsmen with cash prize and Government Jobs. He generously donated 5 lakhs for the sports development. 25 IPSC schools from India are participating in the 3 day long Athletic Meet.
Day 1 witnessed the Finals of Discuss Throw
(B & G), 1500m run (B&G), Triple Jump (B&G), 5km walk (B&G), Javelin Throw, High Jump, 4*100m Relay (Girls). Heats of various other events continued simultaneously.