Bareilly: The two-day Inter-College Football and Badminton Tournament, Rohilkhand Champions League 2026, organized by the IMA MSN, Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital (RMCH), Bareilly Unit, concluded with a grand award distribution ceremony, celebrating the sporting excellence, teamwork, and competitive spirit of medical students from across the region.
The tournament brought together students from five prominent medical institutions—Rajshree Medical Research Institute (RMRI), Bareilly; Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences (SRMS IMS), Bareilly; Shri Siddhi Vinayak Medical College and Hospital (SSVMCH), Sambhal; Varun Arjun Medical College (VAMCH), Shahjahanpur; and Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital (RMCH), Bareilly. The event provided a vibrant platform for students to showcase their athletic abilities, foster inter-college camaraderie, and promote a spirit of healthy competition.
Grand Inauguration Ceremony
The tournament commenced with a grand inauguration ceremony in the esteemed presence of Dr. D. P. Gangwar, President, IMA Bareilly; Dr. Keshav Agrawal, Hon’ble Chancellor, Bareilly International University; and Dr. Lata Agrawal, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Bareilly International University, along with other distinguished guests and faculty members.
The ceremonial unveiling of the tournament trophies by the dignitaries marked the formal commencement of the competition and infused enthusiasm and excitement among the participating teams.
Dr. D. P. Gangwar has consistently extended his support and encouragement towards promoting excellence among students across various fields. His presence at the inauguration reflected the importance of sports and extracurricular activities in the holistic development of medical students.
Dr. Keshav Agrawal and Dr. Lata Agrawal emphasized the importance of maintaining a balance between academic excellence, physical fitness, and extracurricular pursuits. They encouraged students to actively participate in sports and develop qualities such as leadership, discipline, perseverance, and teamwork.
The event was conducted under the guidance and support of Dr. Rajneesh Pathania, Dean and Principal, RMCH, Bareilly. The organizing team also received valuable guidance from the IMA MSN, RMCH Bareilly Unit advisors, Dr. Sujoy Mukherjee, Dr. Rashmi Katyal, and Dr. Iram Shaifali.
The tournament was coordinated by Dr. Swarnav Sen, Convenor, IMA MSN, RMCH Bareilly Unit, and Dr. Shivam Trivedi, General Secretary, IMA MSN, RMCH Bareilly Unit. Dr. Rakesh Gupta, Sports Coordinator, Rohilkhand Champions League 2026, and Dr. Ashutosh Kumar, Sports In-charge, RMCH, played significant roles in facilitating the smooth conduct of the event.
Enthralling Football and Badminton Matches
The two-day tournament witnessed intense and exciting encounters in both football and badminton, with students demonstrating remarkable sporting talent, determination, and enthusiasm.
The badminton matches showcased agility, precision, concentration, and individual skill, while the football matches were marked by strategic gameplay, coordination, teamwork, and thrilling moments. The participating teams displayed commendable sportsmanship and competitive spirit throughout the tournament.
The matches provided medical students with an opportunity to interact beyond academic settings, strengthen inter-college relationships, and develop a sense of mutual respect and camaraderie.
The tournament also highlighted the significance of sports in medical education. With the demanding academic and clinical responsibilities of medical students, participation in sports serves as an effective means of relieving mental stress, maintaining physical fitness, and enhancing overall well-being.
Grand Award Distribution and Valedictory Ceremony
The two-day celebration culminated in a grand award distribution ceremony attended by Dr. Lata Agrawal, Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Bareilly International University, and Dr. Rajneesh Pathania, Dean and Principal, RMCH, Bareilly.
The dignitaries congratulated the participating teams and appreciated their dedication, discipline, and outstanding performances throughout the tournament. They presented trophies and cash prizes to the winning and runner-up teams, encouraging the students to continue pursuing excellence in sports alongside their academic commitments.
The results of the tournament were as follows:
Football:
- Winner: Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences (SRMS IMS), Bareilly
- Runner-up: Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital (RMCH), Bareilly
- Most Valuable Player (MVP): Anubhav Prasad, RMCH, Bareilly
Badminton:
- Winner: Rohilkhand Medical College and Hospital (RMCH), Bareilly
- Runner-up: Shri Ram Murti Smarak Institute of Medical Sciences (SRMS IMS), Bareilly
- Most Valuable Player (MVP): Harsh Patil, Varun Arjun Medical College, Shahjahanpur
Conclusion
Rohilkhand Champions League 2026 concluded on a high note, leaving behind memorable moments of sporting excellence, enthusiasm, and inter-college fellowship. The tournament successfully brought together medical students from different institutions on a common platform, encouraging healthy competition, mutual cooperation, and sportsmanship.
The event reinforced the message that medical education extends beyond academic achievements, and that physical fitness, emotional resilience, leadership, discipline, and teamwork are equally essential in shaping competent and compassionate future healthcare professionals.
The resounding success of the two-day tournament reflected the collective commitment of IMA MSN, RMCH Bareilly Unit, the university management, faculty members, and participating institutions towards promoting sports and the holistic development of medical students.
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