Birla Public School principal and staff members with the winning students.
Doha, Qatar: The Athletic team has brought laurels to Birla Public School by winning the Gold Medal in the 4 × 100m Relay at the CBSE National Athletics Championship 2026, held from 14 to 19 October 2026 at Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab.
The Birla Public School relay team delivered an outstanding performance, clocking an impressive 43.76 seconds to secure the top position in the event. The winning team comprised five talented athletes: Faiz Najeeb Haneefa (Class XII-L), Shriyansh Pattanayak (Class XII-G), Abdullah Waheedy (Class XII-O), Sidhanth Panicker (Class XII-M), and Armaan Fayis (Class XII-N).
This remarkable victory marks another significant milestone in the team’s consistent performance at the national level. Having secured the Bronze Medal in 2024 and the Silver Medal in 2025, the team has now completed an inspiring progression by winning Gold in 2026. This achievement reflects the athletes’ unwavering dedication, perseverance, teamwork, and determination to excel.
A total of 13 students represented Birla Public School at the championship, showcasing the institution’s strong sporting spirit and commitment to promoting athletics.
Competing against talented athletes from across the country, the participants demonstrated commendable discipline, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit.
The team’s success was guided by Noby C. C., the coach, and Hari Om Kashyap, the teacher-in-charge. Their dedicated coaching, mentorship, and encouragement played a vital role in preparing the athletes for the championship.
The athletics team received a warm welcome from the Principal and the School Leadership Team. A special assembly was organized to felicitate the gold-medal-winning athletes and celebrate their outstanding achievement at the CBSE National Athletics Championship 2026.
The school management, principal, teachers, and the entire Birla Public School fraternity congratulated the athletes and their coaches on this outstanding accomplishment. The gold-medal victory stands as a testament to the school’s continued commitment to nurturing sporting talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and empowering students to achieve their full potential both on and off the field.
