Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth Graces Closing Ceremony of All India Sainik Schools National Games 2026

KOCHI: The fourth edition of the All India Sainik Schools National Games (AISSNG) 2026 concluded on a high note at Sainik School Bijapur, Vijayapura, on November 07, 2026. Minister of State for Defence (Raksha Rajya Mantri) Sanjay Seth graced the vibrant closing ceremony as the Chief Guest, presenting medals and championship trophies to the winning teams and recognizing the young cadets for their dedication and sportsmanship.

In the sports categories, Sainik School Ghorakhal clinched the Junior Boys’ Basketball title, while Vikasa Sainik School claimed the Junior Girls’ Basketball championship. Sainik School Amaravatinagar won the Junior Boys’ Volleyball title. In the academic and co-curricular competitions, Sainik School Jhansi emerged victorious in the Debate Championship, while Sainik School Kapurthala secured first place in the National Quiz Competition.

Addressing the gathering, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan urged the cadets to “keep pushing your limits, never give up, and stay hungry for excellence.” Admiral Swaminathan fondly recalled his foundational years as a cadet at Sainik School Bijapur, crediting the institution for shaping his character and naval career. Organized under the aegis of the Sainik Schools Society from November 3 to 7, 2026, the national games served as a dynamic platform for national integration, language exchange, and camaraderie among cadets from 43 Sainik Schools nationwide. The closing ceremony was attended by serving and retired defense personnel, public representatives, administrators, and distinguished alumni.