Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 4: The inaugural ceremony of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS) Mangalore Zone intercollegiate cricket tournament 2026 was held on November 4 at Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College, Deralakatte, Mangaluru. The tournament, scheduled from November 4 to 7, brought together enthusiastic cricketers from various colleges of the RGUHS Mangalore Zone to celebrate sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline and healthy competition.
The programme commenced with a warm welcome by the masters of ceremony, Preksha and Sophiya. The gathering included dignitaries, faculty members, physical education directors, team managers, match officials, participating teams and students.
The inaugural ceremony was presided over by Fr Donald Nilesh Crasta, administrator of Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College and Father Muller College of Pharmaceutical Sciences. Nikhil Vishwanatha, cricket coach at Champion Cricket Coaching Academy, Deralakatte, Mangaluru, graced the occasion as the chief guest. Dr E S J Prabhu Kiran, principal of Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital, were among the dignitaries present. Dr Amitha, professor, department of Materia medica; Dr Anusha, associate professor, department of pharmacy; and Dr Sajan, professor and head, department of community medicine, also attended the programme.
The event was further honoured by the presence of Dr Sebastian P A, sports coordinator, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College; Chandrashekar, physical education instructor, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College; and Sushma, physical education instructor, Father Muller College of Nursing.
The programme began with a prayer song led by Shriya and her team, invoking the blessings of the Almighty for the successful conduct of the tournament. This was followed by the welcome address delivered by Dr E S J Prabhu Kiran, principal, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College. The chief guest, Nikhil Vishwanatha, addressed the gathering and shared words of encouragement with the young cricketers, highlighting the importance of dedication, perseverance, discipline and sportsmanship.
As a mark of appreciation, mementos were presented to the chief guest by the administrator and the presidential address was delivered by Fr Donald Nilesh Crasta, who encouraged the students to pursue excellence and develop their talents through sports alongside academics. Dr Sebastian P A, sports coordinator, Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College, proposed the vote of thanks, acknowledging the support and contributions of all those involved in organizing the event.
The formal ceremony concluded with the National Anthem. The dignitaries, participating teams and officials then proceeded to the cricket pitch for the ceremonial inauguration of the tournament. The inauguration marked the beginning of four days of exciting cricket matches, friendly competition and camaraderie among the participating institutions.
The inaugural ceremony was conducted with enthusiasm and dignity, setting an inspiring tone for the RGUHS Mangalore Zone intercollegiate cricket tournament 2026. The event reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to promoting holistic student development through sports, teamwork and healthy competition.