NEW DELHI — In alignment with the national Fit India Movement and National Sports Day 2026 celebrations, the Legislative Department and the Department of Legal Affairs under the Ministry of Law and Justice jointly organized a two-day sports meet on September 1–2, 2026, at Talkatora Stadium, New Delhi.
The event brought together over 300 officials and staff members to encourage physical health, workplace wellness, and operational camaraderie within public service institutions.
Organizational Participation and Disciplines
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Participating Wings: Officers and employees from the Legislative Department, Department of Legal Affairs, Vidhi Sahitya Prakashan, and the Official Languages Wing.
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Total Participation: Over 300 personnel across various cadre levels.
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Event Categories Conducted:
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Cricket: Women’s Cricket, Men’s Leather Ball Cricket, and Men’s Tennis Ball Cricket.
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Athletics: 100-Meter Sprint (Men and Women).
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Team & Recreational Sports: Tug of War (Men and Women), Lemon Race (Women), and Ball Throw (Women).
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Closing Ceremony and Leadership Addresses
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Prize Distribution: Concluded on September 2, 2026, with trophies, medals, and certificates awarded to winning teams and individual athletes.
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Senior Officials Present:
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Dr. Manoj Kumar, Additional Secretary, Legislative Department (Presented awards and delivered the keynote address).
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Smt. Renu Sinha, Joint Secretary & Legislative Counsel.
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Shri G. Panmei, Joint Secretary & Legislative Counsel.
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Shri Ashwani, Joint Secretary & Legislative Counsel.
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Key Takeaways: Addressing the gathering, Dr. Manoj Kumar emphasized embedding regular physical activity into daily routines, highlighting that institutional discipline, resilience, and collaborative spirit fostered through workplace sports directly enhance public service efficiency.
