Three-day annual sports festival was organised by the Sports Committee of Government Degree College Nubra from October 17 -19.

The event aimed at promoting sportsmanship, encouraging student participation, and highlighting the significance of the traditional native games of Ladakh.
College Director of Physical Education & Sports, Dr. Tsering Spalzom emphasized the vital role of intramural competitions as a platform for students to showcase their talents. She highlighted that intramural sports serve as a means for all students within an institution to participate, compete, and develop their athletic abilities.

In addition, promoting modern sports, she also underscored the importance of preserving and promoting traditional Ladakhi games and the need to incorporate these games into the college's co-curricular activities to prevent their extinction.

Games such as ‘Thebley’ and ‘Ankilik’ are mentioned as important elements of Ladakh's culture. Their inclusion in this year's sports festival aimed to foster an appreciation for and the continuation of these traditional games among the youth.

The inaugural ceremony of the festival was graced by the presence of College Principal, Dr. Tsewang Motup who encouraged the students to actively participate in various college activities, emphasizing that participation in sports events is instrumental in nurturing holistic personal development.

The sports tournament featured ten sports activities in men's and women's categories. The sports included Short-put, Discus throw, 100-meter race, Ankilik, Thebley, Volleyball, Tug of War, Archery, Table tennis, and Carrom. The sports festival witnessed active participation from both students and faculty members of the College.

Certificates, medals and trophies were distributed to the victorious athletes and teams.