Chitradurga
In Chitradurga, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) B.T. Kumaraswamy expressed concern that traditional Indian sports are gradually disappearing amidst the rapid rise of modernity. He was speaking after inaugurating the Davanagere University Inter-Collegiate Netball Tournament and selection trials held on Tuesday at the Government Arts College grounds. The event was jointly organised by Davanagere University and the University Physical Education Directors’ Association.
He noted that people of all ages, especially the youth, are increasingly drawn to modern lifestyles, causing native games once rooted in rural culture to fade away. Traditional recreational activities that once brought communities together are no longer visible. Excessive use of mobile phones, he said, is reducing creativity and distancing people from active, engaged living. Sports, however, offer a path to overcome these weaknesses, helping individuals build a healthier and more meaningful life.
Principal of Government Arts College, Dr. J. Kariyappa Malige, highlighted that dedicating oneself fully to any field paves the way for achievement. Sports, he emphasised, play a nurturing role similar to that of a mother in holistic development. They foster harmony, unity, creativity and human values. Sports also build connections across international, national, state and district levels. He urged students not to be disheartened by failure or overly proud of victory, but to cultivate compassion and character. Those who distance themselves from sports, he warned, often face various physical and emotional challenges.
Retired Physical Education Director and Syndicate Member Prof. H. Tippeswamy added that sports bring success, confidence and purpose to life, strengthening both physical and mental well-being.
Faculty members Dr. P.S. Meghana, Dr. D.R. Prasanna Kumar, Prof. Bhanuprakash, Martin Samuel W., Dr. Tippeswamy and others were present on the occasion.
