3rd Chancellor’s Trophy 2025–26 C’ship begins

Key Highlights

• The inaugural ceremony witnessed a large gathering of dignitaries, players, officials, university employees, students and members of civil society.
• The championship is being held from January 15 to 19 and has attracted participation of over 800 athletes representing various universities and institutions from the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and neighbouring States.
• Competitions are being conducted in Volleyball (Men), Kabaddi (Men), Football (Men), Wrestling (Men), Table Tennis (Men), Kho-Kho (Women), Badminton (Women), Basketball (Men & Women), Handball (Men & Women) and Athletics (Men & Women).
• Addressing the gathering, Prof Satya Paul congratulated the organizers for hosting a mega sporting event and emphasized that such championships provide an excellent platform for students to interact, foster unity and showcase their sporting talent.
• On the occasion, he also unveiled the mascot of the 3rd Chancellor’s Trophy 2026.