Acharyakulam students achieve success at Khelo Mahakumbh
Students from Acharyakulam secured 12 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze medal at the Yogasana Khelo Mahakumbh held in Uttarakhand from September 14-16, 2026. Notable winners included Arthav Singh Negi and Yatharth Shah in the Under-14 category. The Uttarakhand government supported the event by providing tracksuits, yoga kits, and cash prizes to the medalists.
Students from Acharyakulam, the residential school established by Yoga Guru Baba Ramdev, secured a series of victories at the Yogasana Khelo Mahakumbh – Chief Minister’s Championship 2026–27. Held in Uttarakhand between September 14 and 16, 2026, the three-day event saw the team earn 12 gold medals, 2 silver medals, and 1 bronze medal. This performance placed Acharyakulam at the top of the state-level competition, reflecting the school's focus on both sports and wellness.
The Khelo Mahakumbh serves as a platform for promoting physical health among young people, with this year’s participants divided into several age groups. Competition was particularly strong in the Under-14 and Under-19 categories. Among the Under-14 winners, gold medals were awarded to Arthav Singh Negi, Yatharth Shah, Yashoda Devi, and Nivedita Bisht. In the Under-19 division, eight students, including Aastha Avishi Avi and Prarambhika Mishra, also took home gold medals.
Beyond the competition itself, the event celebrated the discipline and effort of these young athletes. To support their journey, the Uttarakhand government provided participants with tracksuits and yoga kits, while medalists received cash prizes. These incentives are part of a broader effort to help students balance their academic lives with athletic pursuits, encouraging a more rounded approach to their personal growth.
The achievements of the Acharyakulam team highlight the advantages of regular sports participation, from physical fitness to mental clarity and better teamwork. By demonstrating these results, the school may serve as an example for other institutions looking to foster a culture of sportsmanship. There is a growing recognition within the education sector of how much sports can contribute to a student's overall development.
Looking forward, Acharyakulam intends to build on these results by maintaining its support for student wellness and athletic activities. The school plans to further develop its yoga programs and continue its involvement in upcoming competitions. As sports become more integrated into the educational experience, events like the Khelo Mahakumbh remain essential for identifying young talent and encouraging healthier habits for students nationwide.
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