The National Institute of Technology Calicut (NIT Calicut) hosted Jwala ’26–27, the Annual Sports Meet, with vibrant participation from the campus community, celebrating sportsmanship, fitness and the spirit of competition.

The annual sports meet was inaugurated by Prof. Prasad Krishna, Director, NIT Calicut, in the presence of Smt. P. U. Chithra, International Athlete and Olympian, as the Guest of Honour. The programme was attended by Dr. Satyanand Panda, Dean (Student Welfare); Dr. A. Shaija, Dean (Planning & Development); Dr Periyasami, Registrar; Shri. Dhanesh Rambeth, SAS Officer, along with faculty members, staff and students of the Institute.

Addressing the gathering, Smt. P. U. Chithra shared her experiences and spoke about the challenges she faced during the early stages of her sporting career. She highlighted the transformation in sports infrastructure and opportunities available to young athletes today. Referring to the facilities available at NIT Calicut, she noted that students now have access to a synthetic track of international standards, similar to facilities she has encountered at international sporting events.

The event featured around 15 sporting disciplines, bringing together approximately 800 students and 200 faculty and staff members. The enthusiastic participation across various events reflected the strong sporting culture and community spirit of NIT Calicut.

Jwala ’26–27 provided an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to come together beyond the classroom and workplace, fostering teamwork, healthy competition and a commitment to physical well-being. The annual sports meet also reaffirmed the Institute’s efforts to promote sports and provide a supportive environment for students to pursue sporting excellence.