GNA University in Punjab organised ‘Prativad 2026’, a significant inter-school competition that saw the participation of more than 2,600 students hailing from 60 different schools across the districts of Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Nawanshahr, Hoshiarpur, and Ludhiana.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that the event was meticulously designed to provide a platform for young minds to engage in a diverse array of competitive activities. These included technical challenges such as robotronz, design C spark, and autobrainix, alongside creative endeavours like ‘best out of waste’ and character designing. Academic competitions like the spell bee and business quiz were also featured, as were performance-based events including voice of Doaba, dance star of Doaba, and young budding chef. Sporting events like volleyball were also part of the comprehensive lineup. The overarching aim of ‘Prativad 2026’ was to cultivate creativity, foster innovation, develop leadership qualities, and instill a spirit of healthy competition among the participating students.
The campus of GNA University was abuzz with an energetic and enthusiastic atmosphere as students confidently showcased their diverse talents and abilities. The event was formally inaugurated with Chancellor Gurdeep Singh Sihra gracing the occasion as the chief guest. He was accompanied by Pro-Chancellor Jasleen Kaur. The curated selection of competitions within ‘Prativad 2026′ was specifically developed to challenge the students’ creativity, intellectual capacity, technical expertise, and artistic flair. The university administration expressed satisfaction with the level of participation and the caliber of performances demonstrated by the students.
In recognition of their outstanding achievements, winners in each competition category were awarded cash prizes. First-place winners received Rs 3,100, second-place winners were given Rs 2,100, and third-place recipients were awarded Rs 1,100, all accompanied by trophies and certificates. The school that demonstrated overall excellence and secured the highest cumulative points was honoured with a substantial cash prize of Rs 21,000 and the coveted overall champion trophy. This tiered reward system was implemented to encourage broader participation and to celebrate excellence across all levels of the competition.
The success of ‘Prativad 2026’ underscores the commitment of GNA University to promoting holistic student development beyond the standard academic curriculum. The event served not only as a competitive arena but also as a learning experience, providing valuable exposure to different fields and encouraging inter-school camaraderie. The scale of the event, involving a significant number of students and schools, highlights its importance as a regional fixture in the academic and extracurricular calendar of Punjab. Planning for future iterations of the event is expected to build upon the positive feedback and lessons learned from this year’s successful endeavour, further enhancing its impact on student engagement and skill development.
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