February 25, 2020 (PPI-OT)

Following is the text of press release issued by Government College University (GCU)

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The third annual sports of intermediate students of the Government College University Lahore concluded here on Monday with a prize distribution ceremony at the university's Oval ground. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi chaired the ceremony which also as addressed by Spokesperson Punjab Government Dr. Zarqa Suharwardy Taimur.

The Computer Science and Commerce Group won the general trophy of the third annual sports on the basis of overall scored points. Football was won by Pre-Medical group, while Pre-Engineering and General Science and Arts groups stood first in Table Tennis and Volley Ball championships. Computer Science and Commerce Group won the tug-of-war and Basketball competitions.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi said sports and co-curricular activities were as important as academics for the overall grooming and personality development of students, so they should be widely promoted in educational institutions right from the schools to curb the inclination of youth towards negative and unhealthy activities. He also wished the intermediate students best of luck for their final examinations.

Dr. Zarqa Suharwardy said "hardships we faced in achieving something in life, teach us the strongest and most valuable lessons." She inspired students to always dream and think big. Mr. Tariq Rizwan said that different games including football, basketball, volleyball, table tennis and tug of war were included the intermediate games this year. "This sports competition proved very fruitful and source of excitement for the students and they enjoyed it a lot," he concluded.

For more information, contact:Public Relations Department,Government College University (GCU)Squash Complex, GC University, Lahore, PakistanUAN: +92-42-111-000-010 Ext: 296Tel: +92-42-99213343Cell: +92-321-8440769Email: registrar@gcu.edu.pkWebsite: http://www.gcu.edu.pk

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