Chandigarh University has proved once again why it stands at the pinnacle of university sports in India. Excellence, which knows no borders, is reflected in this dominating performance of the institution at the Khelo India University Games, setting new benchmarks in athletic achievement.
The Numbers Tell the Story
With a staggering haul of 67 medals, Chandigarh University has left the competition far behind. The breakup is quite telling: 42 gold medals, 14 silver, and 11 bronze. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the huge leap from last year's 32 golds a new institutional record that underlines the university's deepening commitment to sporting excellence.
Dominance across disciplines
The versatility of the university is unmatched. Canoeing and Kayaking started the onslaught with an incredible 23 golds, marking Chandigarh University as a powerhouse in aquatic sports. Adding to this were 6 golds contributed by Swimming and 5 by Athletics. Wrestling, Cycling, Weightlifting, Table Tennis, Shooting, Archery, and Kabaddi each contributed golds to show the depth and reach of the talent across the institution.
Here’s how our champions made it happen:
- Canoeing & Kayaking – 23 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Swimming – 6 Gold, 5 Silver
- Athletics – 5 Gold, 2 Silver
- Wrestling – 2 Gold
- Cycling – 1 Gold
- Weightlifting – 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Table Tennis – 1 Gold, 1 Bronze
- Shooting – 1 Gold, 1 Bronze
- Archery – 1 Gold, 1 Bronze
- Kabaddi – 1 Gold
- Rugby – 2 Silver
- Judo – 1 Silver
- Volleyball – 1 Bronze
- Fencing – 1 Bronze
From water sports to land-based competitions, from individual events to team sports, Chandigarh University athletes excelled everywhere. Rugby, Judo, Volleyball, and Fencing further enriched the medal tally, showcasing the depth of sporting culture ingrained within the university.
