{"id":63960,"date":"2025-10-10T08:57:45","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:57:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/10\/sakeena-ittoo-opens-annual-sports-meet-2025-gmc-srinagar\/"},"modified":"2025-10-10T08:57:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:57:45","slug":"sakeena-ittoo-opens-annual-sports-meet-2025-gmc-srinagar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/earlypostdaily.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/10\/sakeena-ittoo-opens-annual-sports-meet-2025-gmc-srinagar\/","title":{"rendered":"Sakeena Itoo Opens Annual Sports Meet-2025 at GMC Srinagar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Minister Sakeena Itoo inaugurated the <strong>Annual Sports Meet-2025<\/strong> at <strong>Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar<\/strong> today. This two-day sports event unfolds at the Boys Hostel playground in Bemina, aiming to enhance the physical and mental well-being of healthcare professionals.<\/p>\n<p>During her address, Itoo emphasized the vital connection between <strong>physical fitness<\/strong> and the quality of healthcare delivery. She remarked, &#8220;Sports and recreational activities are essential for stress management, especially for those in demanding medical roles.&#8221; The Minister commended GMC Srinagar for organizing the meet, recognizing its positive impact on both students and faculty.<\/p>\n<p>Itoo also encouraged the GMC administration to <strong>upgrade facilities at the Boys Hostel playground<\/strong>, urging improvements to motivate students towards engaging in <strong>extracurricular activities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Under the leadership of <strong>Chairman Sports Committee Dr. Salim Iqbal<\/strong>, the Annual Sports Meet showcases a diverse array of events. Participants can compete in sports like <strong>cricket<\/strong>, <strong>volleyball<\/strong>, <strong>football<\/strong>, and <strong>badminton<\/strong>, as well as indoor activities such as <strong>table tennis<\/strong> and <strong>carrom<\/strong>. Traditional games like <strong>tug of war<\/strong>, <strong>musical chairs<\/strong>, and whimsical races contribute to the festivities.<\/p>\n<p>Track and field events form a significant part of the competition, featuring races including <strong>100m<\/strong>, <strong>200m<\/strong>, <strong>400m<\/strong>, along with field events like <strong>shot put<\/strong>, <strong>javelin throw<\/strong>, and <strong>discus throw<\/strong>. Engaging games like the <strong>matka race<\/strong>, <strong>sack race<\/strong>, and <strong>spoon and egg race<\/strong> promote teamwork and enhance camaraderie among medical students and professionals.<\/p>\n<p>Prominent attendees included <strong>Principal Dr. Iffat Hassan Shah<\/strong>, <strong>Administrator Mohammad Ashraf Hakak<\/strong>, department heads, medical superintendents, faculty, students, and dedicated staff.<\/p>\n<p>This initiative reinforces the significance of sports in the realm of medical education, fostering a robust culture of fitness and well-being. The Annual Sports Meet-2025 not only celebrates athletic prowess but also highlights the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle amidst rigorous academic pursuits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Health Minister Sakeena Itoo inaugurated the Annual Sports Meet-2025 at GMC Srinagar. 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