-Chandigarh, September 27, 2025:
The first day of the two-day Special Olympics Sports Festival, organized jointly by Lions Club Chandigarh Central and Special Olympics Bharat, Chandigarh, at the Sector 7 Sports Complex, was filled with excitement and energy. Despite unusually hot weather, 270 participants, accompanied by their parents, took part in various sporting competitions.
On the opening day, a total of six athletic events, including 100 meters, 200 meters, 400 meters, and relay races, were held, showcasing the athletes’ sportsmanship, courage, and determination. Additionally, special dental and homeopathic health check-up camps were organized for the children.
Ten members of Lions Club Chandigarh Central, along with their families, and a 15-member team from Special Olympics Bharat worked with dedication to ensure the event’s success. Lions Club Central President Harish Goyal shared that all final competitions will be held tomorrow, concluding the two-day event with a prize distribution ceremony.
